Tag: electricity

Solar Power Plant “B2 Sunspot” Commissioned in Kikinda

The center of the North Banat District - Kikinda municipality - has gained another pillar of energy security after the trial operation of the "B2 Sunspot" solar power plant began on Friday,...

European solar sector issues yellow card as market data reveals 92 percent growth decline and investment slump

After four years of soaring growth, the EU solar sector has hit its first deployment slowdown of the 2020s, dropping from 53 percent growth in 2023 to 4 percent in 2024. This...

Renewables account for 24.5 percent of EU energy use in 2023

In 2023, 24.5 percent of gross final energy consumption in the EU came from renewable sources, up by 1.4 percentage points compared with 2022. This share is 18 percentage points (pp) short of meeting the 2030 target...

One year since the European Wind Charter: Lots achieved, lots more to do

In her 2023 State of the European Union speech, Ursula von der Leyen addressed the challenges facing Europe’s wind industry and announced a Wind Power Package to address key bottlenecks:Faster permitting; ...

IEA Launches New GPT Tool to Explore Flagship Energy Data and Analysis Using Artificial Intelligence

The IEA today released a new, AI agent for users to explore the 2024 edition of the Agency’s flagship World Energy Outlook – allowing anyone curious about the report’s findings to more...

Technology Breakthroughs are Unlocking Geothermal Energy’s Vast Potential in Countries Across the Globe

With global electricity demand set to grow strongly, new technologies are opening up the massive potential of geothermal energy to provide around-the-clock clean power in almost all countries around the world, according...

ABB Acquires Solutions Industry & Building to Expand its Cable Protection Systems

ABB announced today it has acquired Solutions Industry & Building (SIB), a leading manufacturer of construction industry building products and premium cable glands used to protect critical electrical equipment in industrial, railway...

Forests vs. Coal – What Are Montenegro’s Climate Challenges?

The recent Country Climate and Development Report – Montenegro, published by the World Bank, examines the country’s path toward achieving climate goals, emphasizing the need for strategic investments and the implementation of...

Adoption of the Draft Law on Amendments to the Energy Law

The National Assembly of Serbia has adopted the Draft Law on Amendments to the Energy Law, marking a significant step toward fulfilling the country’s obligations to the Energy Community. According to Dubravka Đedović...

Key Plans For North Macedonia’s Energy Future

North Macedonia is on the verge of significant changes in its energy sector, laying the foundation for energy independence. At a time when global energy challenges are increasingly present, the country faces...

Liquid Biomass Instead of Fossil Fuels – A New Energy Landscape for Corsica

On Corsica, an island with over 350,000 inhabitants, an ambitious energy project promises to redefine the island’s energy dynamics and significantly reduce CO2 emissions. The French state-owned company EDF is launching the...

Brazil’s Achievements in Renewable Energy Surpass Global Average

In recent years, China has emerged as a major player in the development of Brazil's energy infrastructure through significant investments. Recently, the presidents of the two countries signed 40 international agreements across...

Strengthening Energy Ties – Romanian Section of the Power Line to Serbia Commissioned

At the beginning of the year, a meeting was held in Athens between the energy ministers of Romania and Serbia to discuss opportunities for enhancing cooperation in the energy sector. The discussions...

Montenegro – Construction of the “Gvozd” Wind Farm Begins

The construction of the “Gvozd” wind farm has officially started in Montenegro, marking the first major production facility that Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG) is building after more than 40 years. The project, initiated...

Diversification of Energy Sources: North Macedonia Turns to Azerbaijan

North Macedonia has signed an agreement with the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) to enhance its energy security. The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation...

Energy Initiatives at COP29 – What Can We Expect?

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) places significant focus on energy as one of the key sectors in combating climate change. In light of this, the COP29 Presidency has officially launched...

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