The Xunta de Galicia has initiated the process to file the project for a pulp and textile fiber macrofactory by Altri in Lugo due to lack of guaranteed energy connection.
The Xunta de Galicia has announced the commencement of the filing process for the Altri macrofactory project, intended for the production of pulp and textile fibers in Palas de Rei, Lugo. The Minister of Economy and Industry, María Jesús Lorenzana, indicated that this decision stems from the company's inability to secure a reliable connection to the energy grid, following the exclusion of the proposed plant from the government's energy planning until 2030.
During a recent visit to a local company, Lorenzana highlighted the implications of the government's energy planning on regional development. She noted that the central area of Lugo, adjacent to A Coruña, is left without any energy connection provisions, rendering the proposed macrofactory unviable. The announcement raises concerns over the potential economic impact on the local community and the company's plans, reflecting broader issues of energy infrastructure in the region.
This development points to a critical junction for future industrial projects in Galicia, as the government’s current energy strategy appears inadequate to support ambitious proposals like Altri's. The decision not only affects the immediate stakeholders but also emphasizes the need for a more robust energy infrastructure that can facilitate growth and attract investment in the region's industrial sector.
