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Slovenia: New 466 kW solar power plant begins operation at Brestanica gas-fired facility Read More »

Slovenia: New 466 kW solar power plant begins operation at Brestanica gas-fired facility

A new solar power plant with a capacity of 466 kW has officially started generating electricity at the Brestanica gas-fired power plant, marking a significant milestone in expanding renewable energy at the state-owned facility in the municipality of Krsko. The photovoltaic system was installed by GEN-I Sonce, a subsidiary of the energy company GEN-I. The […]

Slovenia: Economic viability of Krsko nuclear expansion questioned by independent analysis Read More »

Slovenia: Economic viability of Krsko nuclear expansion questioned by independent analysis

An independent analysis by the Slovenian NGO Youth for Climate Justice has raised significant concerns about the economic feasibility of constructing a second unit at the existing Krsko nuclear power plant. The report suggests that while the project may not attract private investors due to limited financial returns, it could still hold strategic importance for

Slovenia: Fuel retailers oppose Government’s proposed fuel price regulation changes Read More »

Slovenia: Fuel retailers oppose Government’s proposed fuel price regulation changes

Fuel retailers in Slovenia have expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Government’s proposed overhaul of fuel price regulations. The planned changes aim to lower the maximum allowable profit margins on already regulated fuel prices and extend the regulation to petrol stations located along highways. Leading retailer Petrol has warned that such policies could force the company

Slovenia: SENG launches first phase of Kanalski Vrh solar power plant Read More »

Slovenia: SENG launches first phase of Kanalski Vrh solar power plant

Slovenian renewable energy company Soske Elektrarne Nova Gorica (SENG) has begun the initial phase of its new solar power plant in Kanalski Vrh. This first stage adds 2.9 MW of installed capacity, marking an important milestone in Slovenia’s ongoing solar energy development. The project’s initial phase was fully financed using SENG’s internal funds, with an

Slovenia: HSE plans major expansion to boost renewable energy Read More »

Slovenia: HSE plans major expansion to boost renewable energy

Hydropower plants along the Sava river in Slovenia produced just over 1,000 GWh of electricity last year, accounting for slightly more than 20 percent of the country’s total electricity generation. However, this output represents only about one-third of the river’s full energy potential, indicating significant opportunities for further development. The HSE Group, Slovenia’s main electricity

Slovenia: Petrol to distribute nearly entire profit as dividends amid margin concerns Read More »

Slovenia: Petrol to distribute nearly entire profit as dividends amid margin concerns

Shareholders of the Slovenian energy company Petrol have approved a proposal to allocate almost the entire profit from the previous year toward dividend payments, resulting in a gross dividend of €2.10 per share—an increase of €0.30 compared to last year. At the meeting, concerns were raised over persistently low profit margins, which shareholders warned could

Slovenia: Electricity generation rises 44% year-on-year amid shifts in energy supply Read More »

Slovenia: Electricity generation rises 44% year-on-year amid shifts in energy supply

According to data from the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, the country’s net electricity generation in April 2025 increased by 44% compared to the same month last year. Total net electricity production reached 1,271 GWh in April, which was 11% lower than in March 2025. Production in thermal power plants fell by 20%

Slovenia: Ljubljana’s TE-TOL reduces coal use with new gas-steam unit Read More »

Slovenia: Ljubljana’s TE-TOL reduces coal use with new gas-steam unit

Ljubljana’s main district heating plant, TE-TOL, has officially taken over a new gas-steam unit, significantly reducing its dependence on coal. With this move, coal now makes up only 20% of the plant’s fuel mix, down from 65%, marking a major step in Slovenia’s transition toward cleaner energy. Slovenia has set 2033 as its official coal

Slovenia approves spatial plan for largest 30 MW solar project led by Dravske Elektrarne Maribor Read More »

Slovenia approves spatial plan for largest 30 MW solar project led by Dravske Elektrarne Maribor

The Slovenian Government has approved the spatial development plan for a new 30 MW solar power project, which will be the largest solar installation in the country so far. The project is led by Dravske Elektrarne Maribor (DEM) and this approval marks a key step toward securing a construction permit. The solar plant will be

Slovenia launches €12 million grant program to boost solar power on public buildings Read More »

Slovenia launches €12 million grant program to boost solar power on public buildings

Slovenia’s Ministry of Environment, Climate and Energy has introduced a public funding program totaling 12 million euros to support the installation of solar power systems on public buildings and parking areas. This initiative is part of the country’s Recovery and Resilience Plan and will run through 2025 and 2026. The grants, which do not require

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