Gen Energija has selected the US-based engineering firm Rizzo International to conduct a probabilistic seismic risk assessment for both the existing Krsko nuclear power plant and the planned second unit. The study is expected to take approximately 15 months and will cost just over €2.1 million, excluding VAT. The project will also involve several subcontractors, […]
Slovenia: NPP Krsko set for strong year-end output and long-term planning Read More »
Despite undergoing a scheduled downtime this year, Slovenia’s sole nuclear power plant, Krsko, is on track to finish 2025 with electricity production exceeding expectations. Total output is projected to reach around 5.5 TWh, while forecasts for next year — when no regular maintenance shutdown is planned — point to generation surpassing 6 TWh delivered to
Slovenian energy company Petrol has voiced dissatisfaction with the Government’s decision to maintain the current fuel price regulation system across all filling stations and indicated it will increasingly focus its development efforts on markets with more predictable regulatory conditions in the region. The Government recently adopted a new decree extending the existing pricing mechanism for
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
Slovenia: Electricity consumption surges in October, driven by pumped-storage hydropower Read More »
In October 2025, electricity consumption drawn from Slovenia’s transmission network reached 956.4 GWh, representing a 7.3% increase compared to the same month in 2024. This marked a notable rebound after nearly a year of lower network offtake. All three main consumer groups recorded higher usage. Distribution companies drew 829.2 GWh, up by 2.6%, while direct
Slovenia finalizes legal path for Velenje mine shutdown ahead of 2033 coal exit Read More »
The Slovenian Government has approved a draft law outlining the gradual shutdown of the Velenje coalmine, marking a major step toward fulfilling the country’s pledge to phase out coal by 2033. Natural Resources and Spatial Planning Minister Jože Novak explained that the proposal has been under development for an extended period, and the Ministry aims
Slovenia: Šoštanj Unit 6 shutdown extended after preventive repairs ordered Read More »
Unit 6 of the Šoštanj thermal power plant was intentionally taken offline in mid-November to conduct post-overhaul testing on its gas turbine. During this planned shutdown, engineers performed an additional inspection and determined that one of the unit’s grates required preventive repair. Until the repair was completed, the plant met heat supply needs through its
Slovenia: Net electricity generation drops 49% in October 2025 Read More »
Slovenia’s net electricity generation fell sharply in October 2025, declining by 49 percent compared to the same month last year, according to data from the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia. Total net output reached 766 GWh, an 18 percent decrease from September. Thermal power plant generation increased by 7 percent year-on-year, while hydropower
