The final turbine foundation has been poured at the Gvozd wind farm, marking a key milestone for one of Montenegro’s largest renewable energy projects. With a total investment exceeding 80 million euros, the project is located between Nikšić and Šavnik and is expected to play a significant role in the country’s transition to clean electricity. […]
Montenegro: Final turbine foundation completed at Gvozd wind farm Read More »
Croatia’s net electricity production in June 2025 amounted to 905 GWh, marking a 5.3% decrease compared to 956 GWh in June 2024, according to short-term energy statistics published by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics. Hydropower plants generated 370 GWh, accounting for 38.7% of total output. Thermal power plants produced 74 GWh (7.7%), wind farms 212
Croatia: Electricity output falls in June 2025 as imports and petroleum production rise Read More »
A revised preliminary environmental impact assessment for the Dubovik solar power plant has been released for public review following an uncertain legal dispute over the concession award. The project is led by local companies GTI and SunnyFox, which secured the concession in November 2024. A lawsuit challenging the award was filed by a consortium including
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) resident representative in Serbia, Lev Ratnovski, stated that electricity prices should be adjusted annually based on inflation and underlying energy-sector costs. Implementing an annual pricing formula would help avoid sudden, large increases, provide consumers with greater predictability, and support suppliers in maintaining reliable, high-quality service for households and businesses. During
The Montenegrin Ministry of Energy and Mining announced that Italian operator Terna’s plan to build a second submarine interconnector with Italy is a strategic project valued at around 500 million euros, with cable installation expected to begin in 2027. Montenegro is preparing key infrastructure to support the initiative, focusing on strengthening regional connectivity and modernizing
Montenegro backs second Italy interconnector as strategic €500M energy link Read More »
North Macedonia’s electricity market operator MEMO launched the national Register of Guarantees of Origin in April and quickly expanded its use, issuing 107,666 certificates in the first two months of operation. The first renewable energy guarantees were awarded on 26 May to state-owned utility ESM for production from its hydropower plants. Activity picked up momentum
North Macedonia expands Guarantees of Origin system to boost green power transparency Read More »
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is considering providing a long-term senior loan to renewables developer GoldenPeaks Capital to support the addition of 250 MW of new solar capacity in Hungary. The proposed financing is being assessed under the EBRD InvestEU Framework for Sustainable Transition, with a final decision expected by 22 October.
Hungary: EBRD weighs loan for GoldenPeaks to add 250 MW of solar Read More »
A new rulebook for flexible network connection terms is progressing after electricity transmission system operator ADMIE submitted its framework to the Ministry of Environment and Energy. The proposal will form the basis of legislation that changes how connection capacity is allocated to new renewable projects. The Ministry plans to present the draft law to Parliament
Greece: Flexible grid connection framework moves forward to boost renewable integration Read More »
The Slovenian Greens party has filed a criminal complaint with the Ljubljana District Prosecutor, targeting several companies and individuals over alleged misuse of public funds in the Mali Log wind farm project. Dravske Elektrarne Maribor (DEM), the state-owned hydropower company and project holder, rejected the allegations, stating that it took immediate action when irregularities were
In July 2025, the Krsko nuclear power plant, jointly owned by Slovenia and Croatia, generated 505,827 MWh of net electricity, exceeding the planned output of 500,000 MWh by 1.2 percent. In comparison, the plant produced 509,321 MWh in July 2024, which was 2.3 percent above the planned 498,000 MWh. The plant operated fully within its
