Albania: Blue 2 solar power plant secures €20 million financing to expand 100 MW project Read More »

Albania: Blue 2 solar power plant secures €20 million financing to expand 100 MW project

The special purpose vehicle Blue 2, a joint venture between Matrix Konstruksion and Blessed Investment, has secured financing to build a 50 MW solar power plant near Fier. The project is supported by a syndicated loan of €20 million. Tirana Bank, serving as the lead of the syndicate, is providing the largest portion of the […]

Serbia: Mazgos Village prepares new coal mining project with environmental safeguards Read More »

Serbia: Mazgos Village prepares new coal mining project with environmental safeguards

A new coal mining project is being planned in Mazgos, a village approximately 15 kilometers from Dimitrovgrad. The detailed regulatory plan for the Mazgos deposit, which is open for public review until 7 October, covers 21.9 hectares and includes nearly 200 land plots, primarily agricultural fields, meadows, orchards, and pastures. The Dimitrovgrad Municipal Assembly approved

Montenegro: Sinjajevina plateau wind farm approved; 44 turbines to generate 944 GWh annually Read More »

Montenegro: Sinjajevina plateau wind farm approved; 44 turbines to generate 944 GWh annually

A new wind power project on the Sinjajevina plateau has received official approval, spearheaded by local company N1. The project envisions the construction of 44 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 6.6 MW, for a total installed capacity of 290.4 MW. Annual electricity generation is estimated at 944 GWh. The Environmental Protection Agency has

Greece weighs restart of offshore wind program amid market uncertainty Read More »

Greece weighs restart of offshore wind program amid market uncertainty

The Ministry of Environment and Energy is considering restarting Greece’s offshore wind program, focusing for now on preparatory work rather than immediate commitments. No final decision has been made, but discussions are underway as the government weighs market uncertainties and technological challenges. Officials cite several reasons for caution. Floating wind technology remains expensive, auction systems

Croatia to gradually phase out energy subsidies, raising household bills from November Read More »

Croatia to gradually phase out energy subsidies, raising household bills from November

From 1 November, Croatian households will face higher electricity and heating costs as the government begins phasing out subsidy measures under its ninth support package worth €175 million. The plan seeks to balance assistance for citizens, businesses and institutions with a gradual return to market pricing. During the subsidy period, the average monthly electricity bill

Bulgaria: Bulgargaz launches LNG tender to secure supplies for 2025-2026 heating season Read More »

Bulgaria: Bulgargaz launches LNG tender to secure supplies for 2025-2026 heating season

To secure sufficient natural gas for the 2025-2026 heating season, Bulgaria’s state-owned supplier Bulgargaz has launched a tender for four liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments via the Alexandroupoli terminal in Greece. Each cargo will carry 1 million MWh, consistent with the company’s annual plan coordinated with terminal operator Gastrade. Deliveries are scheduled for October and

Europe: Wind energy capacity set to surge to 441 GW by 2030 despite major challenges Read More »

Europe: Wind energy capacity set to surge to 441 GW by 2030 despite major challenges

Europe is preparing for a major expansion of its wind energy sector, though significant challenges remain. By 2030, total installed capacity is expected to reach 441 GW, an increase of 178 GW compared to current levels. EU-27 member states are projected to add 133 GW, bringing their combined capacity to 344 GW. By mid-2025, the

Slovenia: Fortenova Group sells 21 Maxen petrol stations as part of divestment strategy Read More »

Slovenia: Fortenova Group sells 21 Maxen petrol stations as part of divestment strategy

Fortenova Group has continued divesting assets inherited from the former Agrokor. According to Slovenian media, the latest transaction involves 21 self-service Maxen petrol stations operated by M-Energija, a company within the Mercator retail network. With this portfolio, M-Energija becomes the fourth largest operator of petrol stations in Slovenia, following Petrol, MOL, and Shell Adria. Slovenia

Region: Serbia approves Spatial Plan for new gas pipeline to North Macedonia Read More »

Region: Serbia approves Spatial Plan for new gas pipeline to North Macedonia

The Serbian Government has approved a regulation defining the Spatial Plan for the MG14 main gas pipeline, a 146-kilometer project running from Orljane near Niš through Leskovac and Vranje to the North Macedonian border. The route will also cover areas including Vladičin Han, Bujanovac, Preševo, Vlasotince, Surdulica, and Doljevac. The MG14 pipeline, designed as a

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