Easter week leads to lower electricity demand across most European markets Read More »
During the third week of April, electricity demand decreased across most major European markets. Spain saw the largest decline, with a 7.1% drop, followed by Germany at 4.3%, Belgium at 2.1%, Great Britain at 1.8%, and Italy at 0.9%. On the other hand, electricity demand increased in France and Portugal, with rises of 3.5% and […]
Solar output drops across Europe while Iberian wind power surges in mid-April Read More »
During the third week of April, solar photovoltaic energy production declined across major European electricity markets compared to the previous week. The most significant drop was recorded in Italy, where production fell by 26%, while Spain saw the smallest decrease at 2.6%. However, forecasts from AleaSoft Energy Forecasting indicate that solar energy output is expected
State-owned power utility EPS has announced a delay in completing the draft environmental impact assessment (EIA) study for the Bistrica pump-storage hydropower plant project, citing recent changes in legislation as the primary reason. The study is being developed in line with Serbia’s Law on Environmental Impact Assessment and based on guidelines issued by the Ministry
Montenegro faces energy challenges as TPP Pljevlja shuts down until November Read More »
Montenegro’s key electricity producer, the Pljevlja thermal power plant, has been shut down for reconstruction and will remain offline until mid-November. The plant typically supplies over 40 percent of the country’s electricity, making its closure a significant challenge for the national energy system. Despite the shutdown, the state-owned utility EPCG has assured consumers that electricity
Greece: Solar sector poised for major expansion in 2025 Read More »
Greece’s solar energy sector is expected to further solidify its leading role in the country’s renewable energy landscape throughout 2025, according to the latest projections. By the end of 2024, solar installations — including both small-scale systems and large solar farms — accounted for 62 percent of Greece’s total renewable energy infrastructure. Out of the
Bosnia and Herzegovina prepares for rising energy demand with major renewable expansion Read More »
A moderate increase in energy demand is expected in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) over the coming years. In response, the power utility company EP HZHB is looking to hire a contractor to conduct a study on how to integrate new electricity generation facilities into its overall production management system. According to the technical documentation, BiH’s
Europe: EU launches review to boost nuclear investment and energy security Read More »
The European Union has launched a public consultation as part of a wide-ranging review of investment needs in the nuclear energy sector, ahead of the adoption of an updated Nuclear Illustrative Program (PINC), expected in the second quarter of this year. The revised PINC is designed to promote nuclear investment across the EU by encouraging
Belgrade is making strides toward adopting geothermal energy, following a collaboration between public utility Beogradske Toplane and the Faculty of Mining and Geology. Recent exploratory work has confirmed the promising potential for geothermal energy at several sites across the city, including Borča, the Danube area, and Batajnica. Batajnica has emerged as a key focus, with
Montenegro targets full integration with European electricity market by 2037 Read More »
Montenegro is on track to begin its digital integration with the unified European electricity market between late 2026 and early 2027, with full integration anticipated by the end of 2036 or early 2037, according to Ivan Bulatović, CEO of state-owned power utility EPCG. This step marks a major transformation for Montenegro’s energy sector, paving the
Greece to suspend electricity imports during Easter to protect grid stability Read More »
Greece will temporarily suspend electricity imports from Bulgaria, Albania, North Macedonia and Turkey during the upcoming Easter weekend, in a coordinated effort to safeguard its national grid. The restriction will be in place daily from 8 AM to 3 PM, spanning from Friday through Monday. The measure, organized by the Greek transmission system operator ADMIE
