Bulgaria: EIB to support transition from coal to clean energy at Maritsa East Complex Read More »

Bulgaria: EIB to support transition from coal to clean energy at Maritsa East Complex

Bulgaria will receive advisory support from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for the greening of the Maritsa East Complex, one of Europe’s largest coal-fired power sites. The power plant produces up to 35 per cent of the country’s electricity. According to the agreement that was signed, EIB Advisory will collaborate with the Bulgarian Ministry of […]

Montenegro: EPCG seeks international partner for Komarnica hydropower project Read More »

Montenegro: EPCG seeks international partner for Komarnica hydropower project

Montenegro’s state-owned power utility Elektroprivreda Crne Gore plans to include an international partner in the development of the Komarnica hydropower project. The company cited the experiences of Norway, Austria, and France. The plant, with a proposed capacity of 172 MW, is expected to have an annual production of around 213 GWh. Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG)

Region: Greece-Bulgaria gas interconnector transports over 34.5 million MWh since commercial launch Read More »

Region: Greece-Bulgaria gas interconnector transports over 34.5 million MWh since commercial launch

Since its commercial launch at the end of 2022, the Greece-Bulgaria Gas Interconnector (IGB) has transported more than 34.5 million MWh of natural gas, according to an announcement by the pipeline’s operator on June 6. During the summer months, the IGB covers over 60% of Bulgaria’s natural gas supply, while in the winter this drops

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

Region: Preparations underway for Serbia–Hungary oil pipeline construction Read More »

Region: Preparations underway for Serbia–Hungary oil pipeline construction

Preparations are progressing for the construction of the Serbia–Hungary oil pipeline, with authorities working to secure the necessary location conditions. The upcoming stages will involve drafting the main design required for obtaining a construction permit and conducting an environmental impact assessment. These measures aim to accelerate the start of construction, according to Serbia’s Minister of

Greece: Hellenic Wind Energy Association calls for urgent reforms to balance renewable energy mix Read More »

Greece: Hellenic Wind Energy Association calls for urgent reforms to balance renewable energy mix

The Hellenic Wind Energy Association (ELETAEN) is urging immediate reforms to Greece’s renewable energy strategy, warning that the current overreliance on solar power threatens to destabilize the national electricity grid and hinder the country’s energy transition objectives. ELETAEN leaders have outlined a comprehensive plan aimed at rebalancing the renewable energy mix by prioritizing wind power

Bulgaria: Unit 5 at Kozloduy nuclear power plant returns to service after annual maintenance Read More »

Bulgaria: Unit 5 at Kozloduy nuclear power plant returns to service after annual maintenance

Unit 5 of Bulgaria’s only nuclear power plant, Kozloduy, has resumed operations and is now supplying electricity to the national grid following the completion of its scheduled annual maintenance on 11 June. The unit was restarted after a comprehensive inspection and receiving approval from the Nuclear Regulatory Agency. The maintenance period, which began on 5

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Local company seeks environmental approval for 9.92 MW solar power plant in Brčko District Read More »

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Local company seeks environmental approval for 9.92 MW solar power plant in Brčko District

Micro Strategy Invest, a local company, has submitted a request for a preliminary environmental impact assessment as part of its plan to construct a solar power plant in the Vitanovici area within the Brčko District. The project, developed by Tehnoloski Eko Centar, is currently undergoing public review. The planned facility will cover approximately 8.41 hectares

Albania launches licensing process for Fier 170 MW gas-fired power plant Read More »

Albania launches licensing process for Fier 170 MW gas-fired power plant

The Albanian Energy Regulatory Authority (ERE) has initiated the formal licensing process for Fier Thermoelectric, a company established by the Greek gas firm DEPA Trade. The license concerns the development of a new 170 MW gas-fired thermal power plant near the city of Fier in southwestern Albania. As part of the regulatory procedure, ERE has

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