Spain's Power Blackout: Government's Failed Attempt to Shift Blame

Spain's April 28 Blackout: Government Pressure and Corporate Resistance Following a major power outage on April 28th in Spain, the government initiated efforts to establish a unified narrative regarding responsibility. However, major energy companies, including Iberdrola and Naturgy, refused to participate in the government's proposed joint statement. This refusal has led to increased scrutiny and investigations by various government agencies and cybersecurity experts. According to sources within major Spanish energy companies, the pressure from the government and the operator, Red Eléctrica, has been immense since the blackout. One executive stated, "The persecution we've faced since the day after the blackout has been unbearable." The government's attempts to diffuse blame are seen by some as an attempt to avoid accountability. The investigation is ongoing, with government agencies and cybersecurity experts working to determine the exact cause of the outage and to assign responsibility. The outcome of these investigations will have significant implications for the energy sector and the government's credibility.