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Croatia well-prepared for gas market shifts, says industry leader Read More »

Croatia well-prepared for gas market shifts, says industry leader

Croatia has demonstrated strong readiness for recent changes in the gas market, according to Dalibor Pudic, President of the Croatian Gas Professionals Association. Speaking at the 40th International Meeting of Gas Experts in Opatija, Pudic cited the timely development of the LNG terminal in Omisalj, expanded gas transport infrastructure, increased domestic production, and new storage […]

Bulgaria: Parliament moves to delay electricity market liberalization for households Read More »

Bulgaria: Parliament moves to delay electricity market liberalization for households

The Bulgarian Parliament has approved two draft amendments to the Energy Act aimed at delaying the liberalization of the electricity market for household consumers. The proposals were introduced by Members of Parliament from the BSP – United Left and There Is Such a People (TISP) parties. Under the BSP – United Left amendment, the liberalization

Region: Electricity prices plunge across SEE and Central Europe in Week 18 of 2025 Read More »

Region: Electricity prices plunge across SEE and Central Europe in Week 18 of 2025

In Week 18 of 2025 (April 28–May 4), electricity prices across South East Europe (SEE) and Central Europe declined significantly, influenced by lower gas prices, reduced demand, and a surge in renewable power generation. Prices in all SEE countries fell below €80/MWh, with Türkiye recording the lowest average at €44.63/MWh, followed by Greece at €54.42/MWh.

North Macedonia: Day-ahead power market sees strong growth in April 2025 Read More »

North Macedonia: Day-ahead power market sees strong growth in April 2025

North Macedonia’s day-ahead electricity exchange experienced robust growth in April 2025, with total traded volume reaching 110,255.4 MWh—representing a 90% increase compared to the same month last year, when 58,018 MWh were traded. According to market operator MEMO, the April volume was also up 13.6% from March, highlighting continued market expansion and strengthening liquidity. The

Hungary: Electricity prices drop in April 2025 amid lower demand and market volatility Read More »

Hungary: Electricity prices drop in April 2025 amid lower demand and market volatility

The average electricity price on Hungary’s day-ahead market (DAM), operated by the Hungarian Power Exchange (HUPX), fell significantly in April 2025. The average baseload price dropped to €85.46/MWh—22% lower than in March, when it stood at €108.90/MWh. The average peak price saw an even sharper decline, falling to €62.46/MWh, marking a 38% decrease compared to

Greece: PPC advances 490 MW solar project at former Megalopoli coal site Read More »

Greece: PPC advances 490 MW solar project at former Megalopoli coal site

Greece’s Public Power Corporation (PPC) has launched the second phase of its major 490 MW solar power project in Megalopoli, marking a significant step in the country’s transition from coal to renewable energy. Located in southern Greece, the site was formerly home to one of the country’s key lignite mining operations, now being repurposed as

Croatia: HEP submits environmental impact assessment for 12 MW floating solar power plant Read More »

Croatia: HEP submits environmental impact assessment for 12 MW floating solar power plant

Croatia’s state-owned power utility HEP has taken a key step toward expanding its renewable energy portfolio by submitting an application for an environmental impact assessment (EIA) for a proposed floating solar power plant. According to the Croatian Ministry of Environmental Protection, the plant would have an installed capacity of 12 megawatts (MW) and be located

Albania: Statkraft completes feasibility study for major pumped storage project Read More »

Albania: Statkraft completes feasibility study for major pumped storage project

Norwegian renewable energy company Statkraft has completed a feasibility study for a proposed pumped-storage hydropower plant in Albania, which could have a capacity of up to 1,620 megawatts (MW). The project would expand upon the existing Moglica hydropower plant on the Devoll River, and the formal proposal has now been submitted to Albanian authorities for

Europe: Aging power grids struggle to keep up with renewable energy boom Read More »

Europe: Aging power grids struggle to keep up with renewable energy boom

Europe’s electricity networks, many of which were built decades ago, are under increasing strain from the rapid growth of renewable energy and surging electricity demand. The risk of widespread disruptions, such as the recent blackout in Spain, underscores the urgent need for major infrastructure upgrades across the continent. Roughly half of Europe’s power grids are

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