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North Macedonia: Electricity production rises amid shifts in energy mix Read More »

North Macedonia: Electricity production rises amid shifts in energy mix

According to data from the State Statistical Office, domestic electricity production accounted for 80.4% of the total electricity consumed in March 2025. Nearly all coal consumed, 99.9%, was used specifically for electricity generation. The total gross electricity production in Macedonia for March 2025 reached 469,417 MWh, representing a 1.7% increase compared to the same month […]

Greece falls behind in offshore wind development despite early promise Read More »

Greece falls behind in offshore wind development despite early promise

Three years after Greece passed legislation to kickstart offshore wind farm development, progress remains minimal, leaving the country increasingly lagging behind other European nations in this fast-growing sector. Greece was initially recognized for its exceptional offshore wind potential, especially in the Mediterranean region. However, no tangible steps have been taken to harness this advantage. Early

Greece advances energy infrastructure with launch of Attica-Crete electricity interconnection Read More »

Greece advances energy infrastructure with launch of Attica-Crete electricity interconnection

Greece has taken a major step forward in its energy infrastructure by launching the Attica-Crete electricity interconnection, marking a transformative moment for Crete, the country’s largest island. This milestone goes beyond technical achievement — it reshapes Crete’s role within the national energy network. The interconnection, developed by Ariadne Interconnection, a subsidiary of the Greek electricity

Bosnia and Herzegovina: RiTE Gacko launches €5 million tender for mine expansion excavation and land grading Read More »

Bosnia and Herzegovina: RiTE Gacko launches €5 million tender for mine expansion excavation and land grading

Coalmine and Thermal Power Plant (RiTE) Gacko has issued a public tender to select a contractor for excavation, loading, transportation, disposal, and land leveling as part of its mine expansion project. The contract’s estimated value is up to 5 million euros, excluding VAT. The work will be carried out at the PK Gacko surface mining

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Gacko TPP begins major overhaul amid strong performance Read More »

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Gacko TPP begins major overhaul amid strong performance

A major overhaul has commenced at the coal-fired thermal power plant Gacko, following a period of strong production and solid financial results for the company. This was confirmed by Maksim Skoko, director of the Gacko coalmine and thermal power plant (RiTE Gacko). The overhaul is expected to last 70 days, with the plant planned to

Europe: Electricity market prices drop in late May amid renewable surge, but Iberian and Italian prices set to rise Read More »

Europe: Electricity market prices drop in late May amid renewable surge, but Iberian and Italian prices set to rise

In the fourth week of May, average electricity prices decreased in most major European markets compared to the previous week. The MIBEL markets of Spain and Portugal saw the most significant percentage drops, with prices falling by 46 percent and 48 percent, respectively. In contrast, some markets experienced slight increases. Italy’s IPEX market recorded a

European electricity demand trends: Mixed movements amid temperature changes in late May Read More »

European electricity demand trends: Mixed movements amid temperature changes in late May

During the week of May 19, electricity demand declined in most major European markets compared to the previous week. Belgium recorded the largest decrease at 1.9 percent, while Italy and France saw the smallest reductions, both at 0.2 percent. In Portugal, electricity demand dropped by 0.6 percent. In contrast, Germany, Great Britain, and Spain reversed

Solar and wind energy trends in Europe: Iberian solar growth and widespread wind gains in late May Read More »

Solar and wind energy trends in Europe: Iberian solar growth and widespread wind gains in late May

In the week of May 19, solar photovoltaic energy production increased for the third consecutive week in the Iberian markets. Spain experienced the largest rise with an increase of 10 percent, while Portugal saw an 8.9 percent growth. In contrast, the markets of Germany, Italy, and France reversed the previous week’s upward trend and recorded

Romania to add 2.5 GW of new power capacity in 2025, driven by renewables and gas Read More »

Romania to add 2.5 GW of new power capacity in 2025, driven by renewables and gas

Romania is set to add 2.5 GW of new electricity generation capacity in 2025, marking a major increase from the previous year, according to Energy Minister Sebastian Burduja. The boost comes from a mix of gas and renewable projects, supporting the country’s long-term energy strategy. Among the main contributors is a new 430 MW gas

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