Solar Energy

Romanian Premier’s Nephew Secures Key Permits for Solar Projects Amid Sale Plans

Romanian Premier Marcel Ciolacu's nephew, Mihai Cristian Ciolacu, has stirred attention in the energy sector by rapidly obtaining technical connection approvals (ATR) for two solar parks through Transelectrica in just four months—a process that typically takes over a year, industry sources confirmed. Ciolacu’s applications were submitted in November 2022, with approvals issued in March 2023.

The two photovoltaic projects, held by Solar Energy Production SRL and Development Power Solar Energy SRL, received funding via Romania’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) with contracts totaling €83.9 million. These projects, featuring a combined capacity of 86 MW of solar panels and 18 MW of energy storage, are now poised for sale, with Premier Energy Group—linked to Czech investor Jiří Šmejc—identified as a buyer.

The Romanian Ministry of Energy confirmed that the sale, entailing share transfers, requires prior authorization. Although no payments have been made yet, the projects are valued at around €15 million, representing expedited, pre-approved investments. Critics, including Transelectrica, have raised concerns over market access being blocked by firms obtaining permits solely for resale. Despite scrutiny, the ministry and competition authorities are processing necessary approvals for the transaction.

Source: Hot News.ro

Volkswagen Expands Green Energy Use with New Solar Farm in Poland

Quanta Energy is constructing a second photovoltaic farm at the Volkswagen factory in Września, near Poznań, Poland. This marks one of the largest on-site solar projects in Europe. Earlier this year, Quanta launched a 13.2 MW photovoltaic farm for Volkswagen, spanning 22 hectares. The installation consists of 22,800

Serbia's Solar Power Capacity Rises to 166 MW as Petka Solar Plant Nears Completion

The total capacity of solar power plants in Serbia has reached 166 megawatts (MW), including installations by prosumers and other sources. This rapid growth is evidenced by recent data showing an increase of 24 MW in three months. The Electric Power Company of Serbia (EPS) is set to contribute further,

Moldova’s Mediacor to Install Solar Photovoltaic System with USAID Funding

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