Roumanie

Naftogaz signs first Transbalkan gas deal with Azerbaijani SOCAR

Naftogaz and the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) have formalised an initial contract for natural gas delivery via the Transbalkan corridor, opening new logistical perspectives for Ukraine’s energy supply.

Electrica raises €500 million with its first green bond issuance

Romanian company Electrica raised €500 million through the country's first green bond issuance, with participation from the European Investment Bank (EIB), to finance its renewable energy and storage projects.

EBRD Lends €400 Million to Moldova to Secure Energy Supply

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development lends €400 million to JSC Energocom to diversify Moldova's gas and electricity supply, historically dependent on Russian imports via Ukraine.
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Eurowind Energy invests €174.8mn in major solar park in Romania

Eurowind Energy initiates a €174.8mn investment to build a 220 MW solar park in Vișina, Romania, capable of supplying around 150,000 households annually.

OMV Petrom invests in major 400 MW solar project in Bulgaria

OMV Petrom acquires 50% of the 400 MW Gabare photovoltaic project near Sofia, in partnership with Enery, in a deal valued at approximately €200 million including a potential energy storage solution.

Four European organisations join forces to develop innovative nuclear reactor

A new European consortium launches the design of a small lead-cooled modular reactor, targeting global commercialisation by 2039, with a demonstration scheduled as early as 2035.
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Brussels threatens legal action against RED III transposition laggards

The European Commission is considering legal action over RED III delays, as regulatory uncertainty slows renewable hydrogen projects and Union-wide investment.

EBRD invests 100 million euros in Green Genius for European expansion

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is investing 100 million euros in Green Genius, a renewable energy company, to support its expansion in Europe and strengthen the energy transition in the region.

Pro-nuclear countries call for global funding for civil nuclear power

Nuclear-friendly countries are calling on financial institutions and development banks to finance nuclear infrastructure and develop small modular reactors.
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Ukraine and Moldova in energy crisis, EUR 2 billion in winter aid

Ukraine and Moldova are facing a critical winter due to the destruction of their energy infrastructures. The International Energy Agency is calling for urgent action to guarantee their energy security in the face of unprecedented challenges.

Photon Energy inaugurates its largest 7.5 MWp solar power plant in Romania

Photon Energy recently commissioned a 7.5 MWp photovoltaic plant in Romania, bringing its portfolio to 100 installations. This move underlines Photon Energy's commitment to renewable energies and its strategy of growth in the European market.

Serbia considers nuclear power to diversify its energy mix

Serbia, still dependent on coal, is exploring a return to civil nuclear power, with consultations underway and a cooperation agreement signed with France.
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Greece, Romania and Bulgaria unite to tackle energy prices

Greece, Romania and Bulgaria are working together to develop a regional mechanism to mitigate electricity price fluctuations, believing that the EU's single market is ill-suited to South-East Europe.

ENGIE Romania launches a hybrid wind and solar power plant to diversify its activities

ENGIE Romania commissions its first 57 MW hybrid wind/solar power plant in Gemenele, strengthening its position in the renewable energy market with a total capacity of 211 MW.

Caucasus-Balkans partnership: Towards a cross-border energy network

Romania, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Hungary create a joint venture to establish an energy corridor via a submarine cable, linking the electricity markets of Eastern Europe.
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Modernization of CHP power plants in Romania with high-efficiency gas engines

Elsaco Electronic has teamed up with Clarke Energy to modernize district heating networks in Arad and Constanța, Romania, with high-efficiency cogeneration engines, targeting a significant reduction in energy consumption.

DTEK expands its solar capacity in Romania with a new 60 MW park

DTEK, via DRI, announces the construction of a 60 MW solar farm in Romania, consolidating its position in the Romanian energy market.

Intensified strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure

Recent Russian strikes have severely damaged Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing significant power cuts and disrupting rail operations. The Ukrainian authorities are calling for international cooperation to strengthen the resilience of the network.
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PPC strengthens its portfolio with the acquisition of 629 MW of renewable assets in Romania

PPC strengthens its presence in Southeast Europe by acquiring a 629 MW portfolio of renewable assets from Evryo Group in Romania, comprising mainly onshore wind projects.

PPC acquires 629 MW of renewable assets in Romania from Evryo Group

Public Power Corporation S.A. (PPC) strengthens its presence in Europe with the purchase of the Brazi power plant in Romania, a major step forward in its expansion strategy.

EBRD buys stake in Premier Energy

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) becomes a shareholder in Premier Energy PLC, supporting the expansion of renewable energy production capacity in Romania and Moldova.

Project for a new hydroelectric power station on the Danube

Romania plans to join Serbia in building a third hydroelectric power station on the Danube, an ambitious but controversial project due to its environmental and navigability impacts.

Photon Energy: €15m for solar farms in Romania

Photon Energy has signed a €15 million loan agreement with the EBRD to finance the construction of six solar farms in Romania, strengthening its integrated business model.
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EU: China withdraws from solar project in Romania following investigations

The European Commission announces the withdrawal of two Chinese giants from a Romanian tender for a photovoltaic park, following anti-subsidy investigations.

Saint-Gobain signs a PPA in Romania

Saint-Gobain signs a major five-year renewable electricity purchase agreement in Romania, a crucial milestone on the road to zero-carbon emissions.

Russian gas pipeline: reduced flows to Europe in April

In April, Russian gas flows to Europe declined, with a notable reduction via the TurkStream pipeline.
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R.Power expands into Romania for New Solar Projects

R.Power launches an ambitious solar portfolio in Romania, promising a significant increase in clean energy production with over 1.2 GWp under development.

Hidroelectrica and Masdar strengthen their partnership

A delegation from Hidroelectrica, led by Karoly Borbely, is taking part in an official visit to the United Arab Emirates from April 17 to 19, 2024. This visit marks a milestone in the strengthening of energy relations between Romania and the United Arab Emirates.

PPC Group-MYTILINEOS agreement for 2000 MW of solar projects in Europe

PPC Group and MYTILINEOS sign an agreement to develop up to 2,000 MW of solar projects in Italy, Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania, valued at 2 billion euros.
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China “very concerned” about EU investigation into its wind turbine manufacturers

China expresses concern at EU measures to investigate its wind turbine manufacturers for anti-competitive practices.

Moldova: a power line to reduce dependence on Russia

Moldova is starting work to connect its power grid to that of Romania, with the aim of reducing its dependence on Russian energy.

EU launches anti-subsidy investigation against China for wind energy

Margrethe Vestager announces an EU investigation into Chinese wind turbine manufacturers, suspected of distorting competition in Europe.
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Romania seeks to finance energy storage projects

Romania's Prime Minister wants to increase energy storage capacity in Romania to attract investors for the Tarnita-Lapustesti hydroelectric power plant. It also proposes financing of 500 million euros for a new energy storage project.

European Union investigates Chinese support for solar industry

Brussels initiates investigations into Chinese solar consortia suspected of benefiting from unfair subsidies, against a backdrop of EU-China tensions.

EU-Azerbaijan: cross-border energy cooperation

The 10th Ministerial Meeting of the Southern Gas Corridor Advisory Council and the 2nd Green Energy Advisory Council in Baku on March 1, 2024 strengthen international energy cooperation. With the participation of 23 governments and 52 entities, this event highlights the EU-Azerbaijan energy partnership. Discussions focused on energy transition, reducing emissions and strengthening energy supplies.
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TAQA and Cyprus on the road to a New Energy Era in the Mediterranean

TAQA signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Cyprus and Greece, marking a strategic turning point in energy interconnection and the green transition in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Uranium: Soaring Prices, New Nuclear Era

Faced with limited supply and growing demand, the price of uranium reached its highest level in 17 years, signalling a global revival in nuclear power.

International agreement to triple nuclear capacity by 2050

The agreement signed by 22 countries at the Climate Change Conference in Dubai aims to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050, marking a decisive turning point in the fight against global warming.
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