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Romania calls for delay in coal plant closures, citing energy security concerns Read More »

Romania calls for delay in coal plant closures, citing energy security concerns

Romania has made it clear that shutting down coal-fired units at the Energy Complex (EC) Oltenia, as outlined in its Resilience and Recovery Plan (PNRR), would undermine its energy security. The Ministry of Energy warns that this move would increase reliance on imported electricity from neighboring countries such as Serbia and Bulgaria, where coal remains […]

Bulgaria affirms continued operation of coal plants through winter, delays market liberalization Read More »

Bulgaria affirms continued operation of coal plants through winter, delays market liberalization

Bulgarian Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov confirmed that coal-fired power plants and coal-based heating facilities will remain in operation throughout the upcoming winter. He emphasized that there will be no shutdowns or restrictions imposed on these energy sources. Stankov announced that Bulgaria has submitted a detailed proposal to the European Commission, which includes an indefinite postponement

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