ciency in managing the grid. Furthermore,and although hydropower storage already makes up a significant source of peaking capacity in Bulgaria,battery-based energy storage can address
The successful developers are required to complete their projects by March 31, 2026. This auction is a crucial part of Bulgaria''s National Recovery and Sustainability Plan,
In 2024, GSL ENERGY completed a 7.45 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) in Bulgaria, which is used in conjunction with a large-scale solar photovoltaic power
A c.500MWh BESS project in Bulgaria has been inaugurated, claimed as the largest in the European Union (EU). The battery energy storage system (BESS) in Lovech, northern Bulgaria, is comprised of 111 battery
Living off the grid isn''t always a dream wrapped in sunlight. Some days hit hard — the silence feels heavy, nature is unforgiving, and everything depends on
The projects, which aim to increase Bulgaria''s renewable energy capacity and bolster energy storage infrastructure, have undergone evaluation, with a project completion
All in all, 3,095MW of renewables projects and 1,176MW of energy storage projects won in the tender. Projects will need to be operational by 31 March, 2026. The funding
Bulgaria''s RESTORE program —funded by the EU''s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)—has unlocked 9.7GWh of battery storage capacity across 82 projects, tripling its initial 3GWh target .
This event will bring together key stakeholders from across the region to explore the latest trends in energy storage, with a focus on the increasing integration of energy storage into regional grids, evolving
By integrating energy storage, this project captures excess solar power during the day and dispatches it during high-price periods, significantly improving revenue potential. From
The Bulgarian Ministry of Energy has invited public comment on an initiative for tenders for 3GWh of renewable power and storage capacity.
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
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The project is co-located to a 33 MWp PV plant, this hybrid solar plus storage project is seamlessly integrated into the transmission system operator (TSO) grid. Kehua, as a world
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The Ministry of Energy in Bulgaria has concluded the country''s maiden renewable energy auction, selecting over 3 GW of new generation capacity, along with 1.176
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The Major Solar Projects List is a database of all ground-mounted solar projects, 1 MW and above, that are either operating, under construction or under development. The list is for informational purposes only, reflecting
The results of Bulgaria''s latest independent energy storage tender are out, and nearly 1GWh of energy storage projects need to be put into operation in 2026! 2025-05-06
The selected developers must complete their projects by March 31, 2026. The auction is part of Bulgaria ''s National Recovery and Sustainability Plan, aimed at economic and social recovery
Bulgaria''s standalone energy storage tender, which aimed to procure at least 3 GWh of cumulative usable capacity, ultimately awarded more than three times that amount.
As Europe races toward climate neutrality, Bulgaria''s surge in storage capacity signals a shift not only in national priorities but also in regional energy dynamics.
Solar PV capacity accounted for 16.4% of total power plant installations globally in 2023, according to GlobalData, with total recorded solar PV capacity of 1,496GW. This is
In the last few years, Bulgaria has quietly reshaped its energy profile—largely thanks to a sharp rise in solar power installations. As of mid-2024, solar photovoltaics account
Bulgaria''s RESTORE program —funded by the EU''s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)—has unlocked 9.7GWh of battery storage capacity across 82 projects, tripling
The Romanian ministry''s announcement also included support for solar PV manufacturing, including €32.9 million for a 1.5GW solar panel factory in Barlad, Vaslui county,
On 21 August 2024, the Bulgarian Ministry of Energy opened a tender procedure for National infrastructure for storage of renewable energy (RESTORE) for granting stand-alone battery
For instance, on sunny days, photovoltaics tend to overload the grid around noon. Storage enables the surplus to be sold and consumed at a time of higher demand or lower production. Otherwise, network operators are forced
Location of projects: Optimal location of projects can increase profit margins by positioning in areas with higher concentration of RES and grid congestion. Battery projects offer significant
Off-grid solar companies were confronted with price increases for raw materials and reduced incomes of their – often rural and relatively poor – customer base. Safety precautions made it
The new system also signals the beginning of Bulgaria''s national plan to reach 10 GWh of battery storage capacity within the next year. A recent capacity tender has already
