Croatia: RP Global begins construction of first solar power plant Read More »
Austrian renewable energy company RP Global has launched construction of a 21 MW solar power plant in Novalja, located on the Croatian island of Pag. This project marks the company’s first foray into solar energy in Croatia, building on its earlier investments in wind farms in Danilo (Šibenik hinterland) and Rudine (Dubrovnik area). The Novalja […]
Bulgaria: Key investment decision for Kozloduy nuclear expansion expected in 2026 Read More »
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
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 »
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 »
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 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 »
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’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 »
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
Greece: DEPA Trade advances green transition with two major solar projects Read More »
Greek state-owned gas company DEPA Trade is moving forward in its shift toward renewable energy with the launch of two large-scale solar power projects. Construction firms Terna and Aktor have been contracted to build the facilities under turnkey agreements worth a total of 270 million euros. The larger of the two projects is a 400
