Two Bulgarian coal power plants to be converted to natural gas, hydrogen
The Varna TPP has signed a contract to install two gas-fired units while the Bobov Dol TPP plans a conversion to gas and hydrogen.
Serbia’s coal-fired thermal power plants to keep working until 2050
Minister of Mining and Energy Zorana Mihajlović said a plan would be developed for the operation of thermal power plants in Serbia until 2050
Greece, Romania most active in Southeast Europe in tackling climate challenge
Greece and Romania are the most active among EU member states in Southeast Europe on climate change issues, while Bulgaria is trying to catch up.
Environmental organizations urge Croatia to stop burning coal, sue ministry over TPP Plomin 1
At a time when many EU countries are working on coal phase-out, Croatia is planning to overhaul coal-fired TPP Plomin 1.
Bulgaria named EU’s top SO2 polluter, accused of “persistent” breaches of limit values
Three environmental organizations have accused Bulgaria of systemically and persistently violating the European Union’s (EU) rules on SO2 emissions and permitting coal-fired power plants to emit far more than is allowed under EU law. Bulgaria is the top EU country for SO2 pollution, and the number 21 in the world overall, according to an analysis […]
Energy Community calls on Contracting Parties to reassess coal subsidies
The Energy Community Secretariat has sent letters to national authorities of six Contracting Parties urging them to reassess coal subsidies as to their compatibility with the European Union’s (EU) state aid rules. The letters come on the heels of a new study on coal subsidies in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and […]
CE Oltenia needs EUR 2 billion in aid for decarbonization plan
The plan envisages cutting CO2 emissions by 38%, shutdown of coal-fired units and the construction of solar parks and gas-fired power plants.
Romania to allocate EUR 23 million for closure of two coal mines in Jiu Valley
Romania has drafted the decision to grant RON 110 million (EUR 22.6 million) for the closure of coal mines Lonea and Lupeni in the Jiu Valley. The mines are operated by energy company Complexului Energetic Hunedoara (CE Hunedoara). The decision is being prepared by the Ministry of Economy and Energy, according to the local media. […]
