Bulgaria''s Ministry of Energy has launched a public consultation on a new round of its subsidy program for battery energy storage projects, aimed at facilitating the integration of
For the first time in Bulgaria, renewable energy and storage auctions were conducted, marking this project as a trailblazing initiative in the transition to clean energy. The
A total of 151 project proposals were submitted in Bulgaria''s standalone energy storage procurement procedure named RESTORE, which is seeking to support the construction and commissioning of renewable energy
Some 151 project bids for support were submitted for the scheme, which will provide up to 1.154 billion BGN (€590 million/US$540 million) for up to 50% of the construction costs of 3.1GWh of standalone energy
A solution is needed to extend battery usability and minimise environmental impact. In this context, the EU-funded Battery2Life project aims to transform used batteries into valuable
The design must be prepared and bear the stamp of a certified Bulgarian designer. Successful bidders are expected to conclude their grant agreement around January
Sermatec advances Sino-European green energy collaboration and returns by securing a 430+ MWh energy storage project in Bulgaria.
In that call, 2,660MW of renewable projects won funding while 1,000MW of energy storage projects were successful, spread across 65 projects winning a total of 427.5
Bulgaria says it is back on track to join the Eurozone in 2026, after repeated delays because of political turmoil and failing to meet inflation targets.
Going forward, the majority of revenue is expected to come from energy arbitrage and participation in capacity markets. Key success factors for battery projects The complexity of
On January 1, 2026, Bulgaria is set to replace its national currency, the lev, with the euro, becoming the 21st member of the Eurozone. During the first month of the transition, ATMs across the country will only
The deadline for putting the project into operation is 31 March 2026. A key requirement is that a conceptual design of the project must be submitted in the application
The European Commission is likely to give Bulgaria the green light on June 4 to adopt the euro currency from the start of 2026, several euro zone officials said, making Bulgaria the 21st country
Spain PowerCo, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, is moving ahead rapidly with its battery cell gigafactory project, set to begin foundational work and erect its first pillars this autumn. The plant, expected to employ
Implementation of the projects will be carried out through open and competitive tendering procedures based on clear, transparent and non-discriminatory criteria.
The successful implementation of battery projects will significantly contribute to the security of the energy system in Bulgaria and the region." The scheme was opened by the
First passenger trains to be provided by Alstom in Bulgaria and the first new electric interregional trains in the country in the last 20 years The value of the Coradia Stream interregional trains to be manufactured by Alstom
As Bulgaria euro adoption 2026 moves forward, emerging regional hubs like Bansko are set to benefit too. Known for its international business community, vibrant lifestyle,
The BESS tender is part of Bulgaria''s RESTORE Project, which aims to provide funding for constructing and putting into operation at least 3000 MWh in battery storage
1. Expected Tender Requirements The BESS tender is part of Bulgaria''s RESTORE Project, which aims to provide funding for constructing and putting into operation at
Bulgaria''s long-standing ambition to adopt the euro is set to be fulfilled when the European Commission and the European Central Bank approve their bid, which could come
The 82 successful projects were allocated under the "National infrastructure for storage of renewable energy" (RESTORE) procedure of Bulgaria''s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP). The available EU
Bulgaria has called for applications in a tender process for about 3 GWh of energy storage capacity in the country. The scheme was announced earlier in June this year.
The European Commission has finally given Bulgaria the green light to join the Eurozone in 2026, making it the 21st country to join the single currency bloc.
Bulgarian battery project receives strategic status under European initiative It is expected to support efforts to increase security of supply and contribute to the development of
The successful implementation of battery projects will significantly contribute to the security of the energy system in Bulgaria and the region." The public call was open for projects equal to or
The successful implementation of battery projects will significantly contribute to the security of the energy system in Bulgaria and the region." The public call was open for projects equal to or greater than 10 MW
Bulgaria earmarked EUR 589 million for the endeavor, funded under the European Union''s Recovery and Resilience Facility. The Ministry of Energy in Sofia plans to launch a tender on September 2 for standalone
Bulgaria has officially inaugurated the largest battery energy storage system (BESS) in the Balkans, boasting a capacity of 496.2 MWh. This groundbreaking facility, located in Lovech, is set to enhance the stability of the
Start a company in Bulgaria is becoming increasingly attractive to foreign investors, thanks to favorable tax policies, competitive labor costs, and a strategic location in Southeast Europe. From January 1st, 2026, an important shift will
Large-scale battery storage in Europe: How to invest in the energy transition with power storage. Sustainable, secure, future-oriented. Here''s how it works.
A total of 151 project proposals were submitted in Bulgaria’s standalone energy storage procurement procedure named RESTORE, which is seeking to support the construction and commissioning of renewable energy storage facilities with a cumulative minimum usable capacity of 3 GWh.
The successful implementation of battery projects will significantly contribute to the security of the energy system in Bulgaria and the region.” The scheme was opened by the Ministry in May, and approved by the EU last month.
The selected storage systems will be geographically distributed across Bulgaria and connected either to the national transmission grid or local distribution networks. All awarded projects must be operational by March 2026.
The largest BESS online today in Bulgaria is a 25MW/55MWh system deployed by independent power producer (IPP) Renalfa and lithium-ion and BESS manufacturer Hithium.
