ContourGlobal has made its first entry into Greece’s renewable energy market by acquiring a portfolio of operational solar assets alongside a substantial pipeline of battery energy storage projects, marking a strategic step in the company’s broader European expansion focused on clean generation and system flexibility. The company has taken over an operating 37 MW solar […]
Greece: Metlen and Tsakos Group Partner on major solar-plus-storage project Read More »
A large-scale hybrid renewable project is taking shape in central Greece following a new partnership between Metlen Energy & Metals and the Tsakos Group. The two companies have agreed to jointly develop a solar power plant combined with battery storage, positioning the project among the most ambitious hybrid renewable initiatives currently planned in the country.
Electricity prices in Brčko District are set to increase following a decision by the State Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERK), which approved higher tariffs within the framework of universal electricity supply. The adjustment follows the completion of a formal price-setting procedure, which included a public hearing held in Brčko last year. The review was launched after
Bosnia and Herzegovina: EPBiH expands renewable portfolio with new concession agreements Read More »
State-owned power utility EPBiH has taken an important step in expanding its renewable energy portfolio by formalizing new concession agreements with authorities from the Central Bosnia Canton. The agreements were signed by EPBiH CEO Sanel Buljubašić and the Canton’s Economy Minister Seđad Milanović, signaling strengthened institutional cooperation in the energy sector. The signed documents cover
Albania approves new wind and solar projects adding 65 MW to renewable energy capacity Read More »
The Albanian Government has approved two new renewable energy projects that will add a combined 65 MW of capacity to the national electricity system. Proposed by local investors, these developments represent another concrete step in Albania’s effort to diversify its energy mix and reduce its heavy reliance on hydropower. The larger project is a 55
Hungary emerges as a regional gas hub amid rising cross-border flows Read More »
Hungary’s natural gas sector is undergoing a structural shift, moving beyond its traditional role as a consumption market and increasingly acting as a regional gateway for gas flows. A new analysis by the Oeconomus Economic Research Foundation highlights a sharp rise in both cross-border imports and exports, reinforcing the country’s position as a transit and
Greece: Wind energy sector rebounds in 2025 amid renewed investment Read More »
After a challenging 2024, Greece’s wind energy sector returned to a more stable growth path in 2025, with new capacity additions broadly aligning with the average pace seen over the past decade. Industry data indicate that investment activity picked up again, signaling a recovery for one of the country’s key renewable technologies. According to figures
Croatia: Largest solar plant nears completion, boosting renewable capacity Read More »
The construction of Croatia’s largest solar power plant has entered its final stage, with the installation of roughly 160,000 photovoltaic panels completed at the beginning of January. Located next to HEP’s existing Korlat wind farm, the project represents a major milestone in the country’s renewable energy expansion. With an installed capacity of 99 MW, the
Croatia energy update: November 2025 electricity and hydrocarbon production Read More »
According to short-term energy statistics published by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics, net electricity production in Croatia in November 2025 amounted to 1,256 GWh, a slight decrease of 0.6 % compared to 1,264 GWh in November 2024. During the month, hydropower plants generated 480 GWh (38.2 %), thermal power plants produced 349 GWh (27.8 %),
Bulgaria: Wabi-Sabi solar project advances amid local opposition Read More »
A large-scale solar power project in northern Bulgaria has entered its implementation phase after environmental regulators approved the early execution of its environmental clearance, a move that has sparked opposition from local community groups. The regional branch of the Ministry of Environment and Water authorized the project’s environmental assessment to take effect immediately, citing its
