Energo - CEE/FSU Power
Russia to finance long-cycle equipment for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear plant
Russian preferential export financing for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant (NPP) will reportedly be used for long-cycle equipment and major construction works, including the reactor, steam generators and main circulation pumps.
Kosovo warns businesses to sign contracts as electricity market liberalisation proceeds
The Kosovo Energy Regulatory Office (ERO) announced that, starting August 16, commercial consumers who have not signed a supply contract with a licensed electricity provider will face disconnection.
Fortis adds Turkey’s Cobanlar Biogas power plant to portfolio
Fortis Energy has added the 3.55-MWe Cobanlar Biogas Power Plant in Turkey, to its portfolio of renewable energy assets.
Global biofuels policy shifts, European demand expected to grow 10% in 2025
Global biofuels policy is undergoing a major recalibration as governments respond to economic pressures and climate objectives by prioritising domestic feedstocks and tightening sustainability standards, reports Argus Media.
Enery and Rezolv Energy secure major share in Romania’s second CfD auction
Austria’s Enery Elements and Czech Rezolv Energy have each won roughly one-third of the capacity awarded in Romania’s second CfD auction, part of an EU-backed scheme to develop 1.5 GW of new photovoltaic capacity by 2030.
Rosatom academy to train up to 2,000 staff for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant
Rosatom Technical Academy will train between 1,500 and 2,000 specialists to operate Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant (NPP), TASS reported on August 12, citing academy headmaster Yuri Seleznev.
Construction begins on Azerbaijan’s largest solar power plant in Bilasuvar
Construction has started on what is set to become Azerbaijan’s largest solar power plant (SPP), a 445-megawatt facility in the Bilasuvar district.
Mongolia hit by big drop in coal exports as 7M25 trade surplus comes in at $1.3bn versus $2.9bn a year ago
Mongolia recorded a foreign trade surplus of $1.3bn in January to July versus the $2.9bn it posted for 7M24, according to figures released to official news agency Montsame on August 12.
Kosovo businesses consider legal action over disputed electricity bills
A few days after receiving their June bills, large businesses in Kosovo that were moved to the open electricity market without signing contracts with licensed suppliers are now preparing legal action.
Ukraine sees major benefits in EU energy market integration
Turkey’s natural gas network to reach 250,000 km by 2026
Turkey’s natural gas sector is poised for significant expansion, with the total length of the distribution network expected to reach 250,000 kilometres (155,343 miles) by the end of 2026, business daily Ekonomim has reported.
US Westinghouse could develop electricity storage site near Slovak Gabčíkovo hydroelectric power plant
US power company Westinghouse is reportedly in talks with the Slovak government to develop a new type of electricity storage site near the Gabčíkovo hydroelectric power plant on the Danube river.
Turkey’s Orta Asya signs final agreements with Kyrgyzstan for hydropower projects worth $10bn
Turkey’s Orta Asya Investment Holding said on August 11 it has signed final agreements with the Kyrgyz Ministry of Energy for build-operate-transfer model hydropower investments in Kyrgyzstan worth up to $10bn, according to Turkish media reports.
Uzbekistan, Russia's Rosatom move to fast-track construction of large NPP
Uzbekistan is working on plans to accelerate the construction of a high-capacity nuclear power plant (NPP) in partnership with Russia’s state atomic power corp Rosatom.
Montenegro’s household electricity use up 25% in July
Uzbekistan accelerates Tashkent power upgrades as electricity demand climbs 6%
Since the beginning of 2025, the number of electricity consumers in Uzbekistan’s capital has risen by 40,000, with demand up 6%, according to the presidential press service.
Slovak electricity exports drop by over 50% y/y in first half of this year
Slovakia exported 886 Gigawatt hours (GWh) of electricity in the first half of this year, which is a drop of more than 53% compared to H1 2024, when Slovakia exported 1,899GWh.
Kazakhstan to produce own nuclear fuel as construction of first NPP begins
Kazakhstan, the world’s largest uranium producer, will begin producing its own nuclear fuel for its future planned nuclear power plants (NPPs), the country’s atomic energy agency announced on August 8.
EBRD considers €68mn loan for Nofar’s solar projects in southern Romania
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is considering a €68mn ($74mn) loan to finance three large-scale solar power plants developed by Israel-based Nofar Energy in southern Romania.
Lower energy prices weigh on MOL’s earnings in Q2
Wind and solar generated power accounts for record 29.6% of Turkey’s electricity production in June
Electricity generated from wind and solar sources accounted for a record 29.6% of Turkey’s electricity production in June, according to the Energy and Natural Resources Ministry.
Hong Kong-listed Mongolian Mining Corporation issues profit warning
Hong Kong-listed Mongolian Mining Corporation (MMC) on August 7 issued a profit warning after a preliminary review of the group’s unaudited consolidated management accounts for 1H25.
North Macedonia proposes faster permits, higher rooftop solar limits to boost renewables
North Macedonia's energy ministry has proposed key legal changes to boost rooftop solar and improve energy efficiency.
Westinghouse signs deal with Bulgarian supplier for Kozloduy nuclear project
The Kozloduy site, which houses Bulgaria’s only nuclear power plant, is being expanded as the country seeks to diversify its energy sources and strengthen energy security in the region.
EPCG launches €50mn tender for battery storage systems to modernise Montenegro’s energy sector
Montenegro’s power utility EPCG said on August 7 it has taken a major step toward energy modernisation by launching a tender procedure for the procurement of two large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Slovak power company SE signs memorandum with Polish SGE
Management raise ‘hydropower shortages’ alarm over low water level at Tajikistan’s Nurek reservoir
Management of Nurek reservoir, which serves Tajikistan's largest hydroelectric power plant, have reported that the water level is six meters below target.
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