Molinos y gigantes

Synopsis of Molinos y gigantes

In 'Molinos y gigantes' (Windmills and Giants), Jaume Franquesa invites us to explore the political and economic history of the Spanish electricity sector, from the initial agreements of the Franco regime with key figures in the industry, to the liberalization of the sector under the Aznar government and the subsequent integration of renewable energies. The author critically analyzes the wind power development model in Spain, highlighting its extractive approach and the degradation it produces in rural areas, often without adequate democratic participation or environmental concerns. Through testimonies collected in southern Catalonia, Franquesa shows us the struggle of the inhabitants to defend their land and their roots against the power of the electric oligopoly, reminding us that a genuine energy transition must prioritize a living rural world and the dignity of its inhabitants.