According to data from the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, the country’s net electricity generation in June 2025 dropped by 25 percent compared to the same month in 2024. Total net production for the month amounted to 1,145 gigawatt-hours (GWh), which also represents an 8 percent decline from May 2025. Thermal power plant […]
Unit 5 of the coal-fired Sostanj thermal power plant is scheduled for permanent retirement in June next year, ending 48 years of continuous operation. Since it began service, the unit has generated approximately 71,207 GWh of electricity, significantly contributing to Slovenia’s energy supply. In line with legislation aimed at accelerating the transition away from coal,
Slovenia: Largest solar power plant begins commercial operations in Krvavi Potok Read More »
Slovenia’s largest solar power plant, covering approximately seven hectares, officially began commercial operations at the start of July. Located in the settlement of Krvavi Potok in the Hrpelje-Kozina municipality, the facility was developed by Moja Elektrarna, a subsidiary of Austrian company PV-Invest. The plant is expected to generate around 8,400 MWh of electricity annually, enough
The Slovenian energy provider GEN-I ended 2024 with net earnings of 36 million euros, representing a 45.3 percent increase compared to the previous year. The group’s EBITDA rose to 52.4 million euros in 2024, marking a 41.9 percent growth. Looking forward, GEN-I expects its net profit to decline to 25.6 million euros in 2025, with
Slovenia: Šoštanj coal plant shifts focus to district heating amid plans for phase-out Read More »
Slovenia’s last remaining coal-fired power plant, Šoštanj, has shifted its focus in 2025 to prioritize district heating over electricity generation. Although extensive refurbishment of its 600 MW Unit 6 is nearing completion, the unit will remain offline until late September when colder weather increases heating demand. In line with Slovenia’s plan to phase out coal
Slovenia will initiate a three-month public consultation on July 1 as part of the spatial planning process for a new reactor unit at the existing Krsko Nuclear Power Plant. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Spatial Planning will release the draft plan for public review, while GEN Energija, the project developer, had already submitted its
Slovenia: Electricity generation drops in May 2025 amid lower thermal and hydro output Read More »
According to data from the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, the country’s net electricity generation in May 2025 totaled 1,261 GWh, marking a 5% decrease compared to the same month last year and a 1% decline from April 2025. Thermal power generation saw the steepest drop, falling by 36% year-on-year, followed by hydropower,
Slovenia: MOL reconsiders operations amid new fuel price regulations Read More »
Hungarian energy company MOL has raised concerns over Slovenia’s recent changes to fuel pricing regulations, warning that the new policy could destabilize the fuel market and compromise supply security. In a public statement, MOL announced it is reviewing its planned investments and business activities in Slovenia, though no specific decisions have been disclosed yet. The
Solar power’s untapped potential in Slovenia: Challenges and opportunities for growth Read More »
Solar power has become the most affordable and fastest-growing low-carbon technology across Europe, yet its uptake in Slovenia remains slow. This concern was highlighted by environmental organizations Umanotera, Greenpeace Slovenia, Focus, and the Slovenian Photovoltaic Association on European Solar Energy Day. According to their analysis, Slovenia has the potential to generate more than a third
Slovenian energy company Petrol has announced a series of immediate measures in response to the government’s recent fuel price controls. CEO Saša Berger revealed that the company will suspend all development investments within Slovenia, freeze sponsorships and donations, and prepare to renegotiate contracts with suppliers. Additionally, Petrol plans to close several unprofitable petrol stations. Berger
