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Bulgaria: Key investment decision for Kozloduy nuclear expansion expected in 2026 Read More »

Bulgaria: Key investment decision for Kozloduy nuclear expansion expected in 2026

The development of Units 7 and 8 at Bulgaria’s Kozloduy nuclear power plant is moving steadily forward, with the final investment decision expected in 2026, according to Petyo Ivanov, CEO of the project company NPP Kozloduy New Build. This decision will mark a critical milestone for the project, determining whether the expansion proceeds into the […]

Bulgaria reports slight decline in electricity output and fuel production in February 2025 Read More »

Bulgaria reports slight decline in electricity output and fuel production in February 2025

According to the Bulgarian National Statistical Institute, electricity production in February 2025 declined slightly by 0.2% compared to January, totaling 4,215 GWh. Electricity consumption also dropped on a monthly basis by 2.4%, amounting to 3,602 GWh. However, when compared to February 2024, both production and consumption saw strong year-on-year growth—rising by 32.3% and 21.3%, respectively.

Bosnia and Herzegovina: New concession signed for Trebinje 3 solar power plant Read More »

Bosnia and Herzegovina: New concession signed for Trebinje 3 solar power plant

The Republic of Srpska (RS) has taken another step toward expanding its renewable energy portfolio. Minister of Energy and Mining Petar Đokić and Luka Petrović, General Director of the state-owned power utility Elektroprivreda Republike Srpske (ERS), have signed a concession agreement for the construction and operation of the Trebinje 3 solar power plant. The planned

Bosnia and Herzegovina reports decline in electricity production for February 2025 Read More »

Bosnia and Herzegovina reports decline in electricity production for February 2025

According to the Agency for Statistics of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), the country produced 1,258 GWh of gross electricity in February 2025, down from 1,384 GWh in the same month of 2024. Hydropower accounted for 29% of the total, while thermal power plants dominated with 66.2%. Wind and solar sources made up the remaining 4.6%.

Albania advances first natural gas power plant project in Fier Read More »

Albania advances first natural gas power plant project in Fier

Albania is moving forward with a major energy diversification effort as its first natural gas-fired power plant enters the financing stage. The plant, to be built in Roskovec, Fier County—a region already known for its solar energy development—is being developed by Fier Thermoelectric, a joint venture between Greek companies GEK Terna and DEPA Trade, along

Slovenia sees negative electricity prices on weekday due to renewable energy surplus Read More »

Slovenia sees negative electricity prices on weekday due to renewable energy surplus

On 28 April, wholesale electricity prices in Slovenia dropped below zero between 11 AM and 4 PM, marking a rare weekday occurrence of negative pricing. While such dips have become increasingly common on spring weekends, they are still unusual during regular working days. The trend of negative electricity prices is gaining traction across Europe, driven

North Macedonia: MEPSO relaunches tender for long-delayed 400 kV transmission line Read More »

North Macedonia: MEPSO relaunches tender for long-delayed 400 kV transmission line

North Macedonia’s electricity transmission system operator MEPSO has issued a new tender for the construction of a 400 kV transmission line that will connect the country with Albania. This follows the termination of a previous contract due to the contractor’s failure to meet agreed obligations. The new transmission line is set to begin in Bitola

North Macedonia: Energy consumption and production in February 2025 Read More »

North Macedonia: Energy consumption and production in February 2025

In February 2025, total electricity consumption in North Macedonia reached 692,461 megawatt-hours (MWh). Natural gas consumption stood at 39.16 million cubic meters, coal consumption totaled 574,134 tons, and the use of petroleum products amounted to 85,541 tons. Data from the State Statistical Office shows that 82.4% of the electricity consumed during the month was covered

Bulgaria: Bulgargaz proposes lower natural gas prices for April and December 2025 Read More »

Bulgaria: Bulgargaz proposes lower natural gas prices for April and December 2025

Bulgargaz, the state-owned gas supplier of Bulgaria, has announced a proposed reduction in wholesale natural gas prices for December 2025. For April, the proposed price stands at approximately €33.2 per megawatt-hour (MWh), reflecting a nearly 14% decrease compared to the previously approved April price of €38.3/MWh. This April rate itself was already 14.3% lower than

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