European electricity demand trends: Weekly overview Read More »
During the week of December 8, electricity demand decreased across major European markets compared to the previous week, reversing the upward trend observed earlier. France recorded the steepest decline at 8.8%, marking the third consecutive week of falling demand. Italy and Great Britain followed with decreases of 7.8% and 7.2%, respectively. Other markets experienced smaller […]
Europe: Solar and wind energy trends in mid-December Read More »
During the week of December 8, solar photovoltaic (PV) energy production increased in several major European electricity markets compared to the previous week. Italy recorded the largest growth, with a 41% increase, reversing the downward trend observed the week before. France followed with a 22% increase after experiencing two weeks of declines. Germany saw a
Following last year’s withdrawal of the referendum on a second unit at Slovenia’s sole nuclear power plant, Krško, the year 2028 has emerged as a decisive point for defining the country’s long-term energy strategy. That year is expected to bring a public vote on what could become the largest infrastructure project in Slovenia’s history, followed
Slovenia: Auctions secure electricity and carbon allowances for TPP Šoštanj in 2026 Read More »
Slovenian electricity market operator Borzen, in cooperation with the energy exchange BSP, conducted another round of auctions covering electricity sales from TPP Šoštanj as well as the procurement of carbon emission allowances. The electricity auction focused on baseload power for two delivery periods in 2026: 1 January to 31 March and 1 October to 31
In November 2025, the Krsko nuclear power plant, jointly owned by Slovenia and Croatia, generated 504,486 MWh of net electricity, surpassing the planned output of 495,000 MWh by 1.92%. For comparison, in November 2024, the plant produced 504,839 MWh, exceeding the target of 493,000 MWh by 2.4%. Throughout this period, NPP Krsko operated fully within
Serbian state-owned power utility EPS has entered the winter period with stable coal output and electricity generation, setting the stage for a profitable year in 2025, according to company director Dušan Živković. He emphasized that both households and businesses can rely on a secure and uninterrupted electricity supply, as EPS’ production fleet is fully capable
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed a consortium to oversee the refurbishment of the Vlasinske hydropower plants, a central part of Serbia’s broader initiative to modernize its energy infrastructure. The project is being implemented by state-owned power utility EPS, which formalized the supervision contract on 1 December. Valued at €2.49 million,
Romania emerges as Europe’s fastest-growing solar market despite EU-wide slowdown Read More »
Romania has emerged as one of Europe’s most dynamic solar markets in 2025, recording a sharp acceleration in photovoltaic deployment over the course of the year. Around 2.5 GW of new solar capacity has been added, representing an increase of nearly 50% compared to last year’s installations. This expansion alone accounts for roughly one third
Romania: Electricity consumption and production decline in 2025 as solar output surges Read More »
According to data published by the National Institute for Statistics (INS), electricity consumption in Romania during the first ten months of 2025 totaled 41.46 TWh, representing a 0.2% decline compared to the same period in 2024. The figures indicate a broadly stable demand profile, with notable differences across consumer categories. Industrial electricity consumption reached 31.35
According to company management, EPCG Solar Gradnja has exceeded its installation targets for the current year, delivering results above initial expectations by early December. Instead of the originally planned 30 MW of newly installed capacity, the company successfully connected a total of 36 MW of solar systems within the first eleven months of the year,
