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Ukraine becomes net electricity exporter for first time since September 2025
Ukraine became a net exporter of electricity in July for the first time since September 2025, with outbound shipments exceeding imports as exports rose sharply and purchases from neighbouring countries declined.
Romania’s battery storage capacity reaches almost 2,000 MWh, set to double by year-end
Romania’s electricity storage facilities reached 989 MW of installed power and 1,975 MWh of storage capacity as of August 1, the equivalent of more than one-tenth of Romania’s peak electricity consumption.
Romania’s remaining nuclear reactor expected to run for at least another week
Romania’s remaining operating nuclear reactor at Cernavoda is expected to continue generating electricity for at least another week, after a big stone obstructing the Danube flow was detonated.
Poland's Orlen steps up renewables investment with new 216 MW hybrid solar and wind project
Poland's largest energy multi-utility Orlen said on August 4 its group had completed the acquisition of a 216 MW hybrid renewable energy project from, among others, Warsaw bourse-listed renewable energy construction company Onde.
Uzbekistan’s dismissed energy minister reportedly detained over abuse of office, embezzlement allegations
Ahead of naming successor, president says main problem with Uzbek energy industry is no longer a lack of funding, it is weaknesses in management.
Albania signs €114mn energy agreements with Germany
Albania has signed three agreements with Germany worth around €114mn in loans and grants to support energy infrastructure upgrades, including transmission system digitalisation and rehabilitation of a major hydropower plant, the...
Turkey's installed electricity capacity exceeds 126 GW
Turkey's installed electricity generation capacity exceeded 126,000 megawatts at the end of June, reaching 126,113 MW, according to a statement from the Energy and Natural Resources Ministry.
Kazakhstan's uranium production rises 9% in 1H26
Kazakhstan reportedly increased uranium production by 9% y/y in the first six months of 2026.
Moldova imposes energy and water consumption restrictions amid regional crisis
Moldova has introduced restrictions on electricity and water consumption as the country faces a regional energy crisis and critically low water levels in the Dniester River, its main source of drinking water.
Romania hopes it delayed Cernavoda NPP shutdown by diverting Danube water
Romania is seeking to extend the operation of one of the two reactors at the Cernavoda NPP after the Naval Forces detonated a large rock obstructing water flow towards the Old Danube arm supplying the plant. More operations are planned.
Hungary's prime minister seeks political unity as energy crisis deepens
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar urged political parties, businesses and households to reduce energy consumption to avoid supply disruptions caused by the imminent shutdown of the Paks nuclear power plant.
Polish power grid ready for heat wave, though some plants operate with restrictions
Poland's national power system is well equipped to meet demand during the summer months, though there are currently restrictions on the operation of some conventional power stations due to high temperatures and low water levels.
Kazakhstan approves plan to add 500 MW of hydropower capacity by 2030
Kazakhstan has approved a long-term plan to expand its hydropower sector, targeting the commissioning of 500 MW of new hydropower capacity by the end of 2030 as part of efforts to diversify the country's electricity mix.
Hungary avoids mandatory power curbs as voluntary savings ease pressure on grid
Voluntary energy savings ease pressure on power system following sharp reduction in output at the Paks nuclear power plant.
Romania seeks to divert Danube water to keep Cernavoda nuclear plant online
Romania is taking emergency measures to divert more Danube water towards the Cernavoda nuclear power plant as severe drought threatens to force the shutdown of its remaining operating reactor.
MOL CEO says fuel supply secured, but Hungary faces energy challenges
MOL's chief Zsolt Hernadi says Hungary has sufficient fuel supplies, but tight global markets and low Danube levels are creating new challenges for refinery operations.
Bulgaria says Kozloduy nuclear plant operating normally despite record-low Danube levels
Bulgaria's Kozloduy nuclear power plant continues to operate at full capacity despite record-low water levels on the Danube River, with no significant reduction in electricity production expected over the coming weeks, the...
EBRD provides €120mn loan to Croatia's Koncar for grid equipment expansion
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will provide up to €120mn in financing to Croatian industrial group Koncar to expand production of electricity infrastructure and grid equipment, the bank said on July 31.
Uzbekistan's 1H gas, oil and coal output declines, industrial production grows 8%
Uzbekistan's production of natural gas, crude oil and coal declined in the first half of 2026, even as overall industrial output rose 8% y/y to UZS 637.2 trillion ($53.3bn), with manufacturing remaining the country's largest industrial sector.
Romania keeps one Cernavoda reactor online as full shutdown looms
Romania’s nuclear power producer Nuclearelectrica (BVB: SNN) announced it kept one of the two reactors at the Cernavoda nuclear power plant online on July 30, delaying a full shutdown.
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