Renewables keep top spot in Greece’s power mix despite surge in curtailments
In the first half of 2025, curtailments amounted to 1,327 GWh, equivalent to 9.6% of Greece’s total renewable electricity output.
US electricity prices soar 40% in H1 2025, outpacing EU’s 30% increase
The penetration of negative prices in EU continues, with their share doubling in H1 2025, according to IEA's latest report
IRENA: 91% of new renewables units are more cost-effective than fossil fuel alternatives
Renewables maintained their cost leadership in global power markets, the International Renewable Energy Agency said in an annual report
Slovenia’s sole coal-fired power plant Šoštanj to keep main unit offline until fall
The 600 MW unit at Šoštanj will not be restarted until the end of September, when demand for heat is set to rise.
Serbia, North Macedonia working on gas interconnector project
Srbijagas and Nomagas have expressed their intention to build the Serbia – North Macedonia gas interconnector soon.
Gas power plant Brestanica in Slovenia adds photovoltaic unit
A 466 kW solar power plant entered regular operation at Slovenian state-owned gas power plant Termoelektrarna Brestanica (TEB)
Brussels to Croatia: Boost renewables, flexibility for cheaper industrial electricity
The European Commission issued recommendations for Croatia under the 2025 European Semester: Spring Package
Works beginning on North Macedonian side of gas interconnector with Greece
The North Macedonian section of the gas interconnector with Greece is expected to be completed by early 2027