The Ministry of Energy and Mining of the Republic of Srpska (RS) has announced a public call for bids to grant a concession for the construction and operation of the Trusina wind farm near Nevesinje. The project is planned to have an installed capacity of up to 50 MW, with an expected annual electricity output […]
Romania: Elawan Energy secures 15-year CfD contracts for 92 MW of wind projects Read More »
Spanish independent power producer Elawan Energy has signed 15-year contracts for difference (CfD) with the Romanian Government for two wind projects totaling 92 MW in capacity. The agreements were secured through Romania’s latest renewable energy auction. Both wind farms have reached the ready-to-build stage, with commissioning scheduled for 2028. The CfD mechanism guarantees stable revenues,
Hungary proposes new wind energy zones with higher turbines and streamlined rules Read More »
Hungary has opened a draft legislative package for public consultation that proposes creating designated zones, primarily in the country’s northwest, where wind turbines could be built under more flexible conditions. If approved, 17 subcounties with strong average wind potential would be included, with the possibility of adding additional zones in Dunaujvaros, Heves, Mezotur, Miskolc, and
The Government of the Republic of Srpska has terminated its contract with Chinese Zhongbo Group and China Power PTE from Singapore, who were previously selected to develop the Trebinje wind farm. The concession for the construction and operation of the project was valued at more than 750 million euros. In their place, the Government has
Hidroelectrica has selected the local subsidiary of Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas to handle maintenance for the wind turbines at the Crucea Nord wind farm. The five-year agreement, valued at €20 million before VAT, covers full upkeep of the Vestas V112 – 3 MW MK1a turbines and associated SCADA, PPC, and AEOS control systems. Under
Greece: EIB approves €25.9 million green financing for Iberdrola’s Gatza wind farm Read More »
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a green financing package of €25.9 million to support the construction of a new wind farm in central Greece by Spanish energy company Iberdrola. The Gatza wind farm will be situated across the municipalities of Orchomenou and Lokron in the Viotia and Fthiotida regions. Upon completion, the project
Europe: Solar and wind energy trends show mixed performance in late September 2025 Read More »
During the week of September 22, solar photovoltaic (PV) energy production declined across major European electricity markets, reversing the growth observed the previous week. Germany experienced the largest drop at 34%, followed by Italy and France with decreases of 27% and 26%, respectively. In the Iberian Peninsula, the declines were more moderate, with Spain’s PV
Croatia to host largest wind farm; Postak unveils 300 MW Ljut project in Gračac Read More »
Local company Postak has announced plans to build a large wind farm in the municipality of Gračac, located in southern Zadar County. The project, named Ljut, will have an installed capacity of 300 MW, making it the largest wind facility in Croatia once completed. According to the environmental impact study published by the Ministry of
A new wind power project on the Sinjajevina plateau has received official approval, spearheaded by local company N1. The project envisions the construction of 44 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 6.6 MW, for a total installed capacity of 290.4 MW. Annual electricity generation is estimated at 944 GWh. The Environmental Protection Agency has
Greece weighs restart of offshore wind program amid market uncertainty Read More »
The Ministry of Environment and Energy is considering restarting Greece’s offshore wind program, focusing for now on preparatory work rather than immediate commitments. No final decision has been made, but discussions are underway as the government weighs market uncertainties and technological challenges. Officials cite several reasons for caution. Floating wind technology remains expensive, auction systems
