Energetics
News about production, supply, and pricing of electricity, gas, fuels, and renewable energy sources.
Delyan Peevski: Freezing the contract with BOTAŞ is a success for Bulgaria
DPS leader Delyan Peevski welcomed the agreement between Bulgargaz and BOTAŞ to freeze the contract for 15 months. See why this is a key step for our energy security.
Ivaylo Mirchev: The contract with "Botas" is disastrous, "Bulgargaz" is on the verge of bankruptcy
Ivaylo Mirchev from DB questioned the unfavorable clauses in the contract with "Botas". "Bulgargaz" owes over 1 billion BGN, and transportation prices are three times higher than those through Greece.
Radev proposes a joint Belene NPP project to Zelensky with European funding
Prime Minister Rumen Radev revealed details regarding the negotiations with Volodymyr Zelensky and commented on the agreement with Ukraine, emphasizing that no specific commitments for supplies have been made.
Radev ready to block the 21st package of sanctions against Russia over "Lukoil"
Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced that he will impose reservations on the new EU sanctions in order to protect the operation of the refinery in Burgas and the national interest.
End of the crisis at Lukoil Neftohim: Litasco lifts the embargo on oil
Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced a key agreement with Litasco. The embargo on crude oil supplies for the Burgas refinery has been lifted, ensuring energy security.
Wallet shock: Here is by how much electricity and heating prices will rise from July 1
From July 1, households in Bulgaria are facing higher energy bills. The EWRC approved an increase in electricity, heating, and hot water prices, but the deviations from the companies' requests are significant.
Government meeting with Lukoil and Litasco over €3 billion arbitration claim
The Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Ministers are discussing with the leadership of Litasco and Lukoil the risks to Bulgaria from an arbitration dispute worth 3 billion euros.
Bulgaria bets on nuclear energy and the Vertical Gas Corridor for EU security
Deputy Minister Ivanka Tasheva presented Bulgaria's vision for energy stability at the Dubrovnik Forum, focusing on a balanced mix of nuclear energy, renewables, and regional connectivity.
The Vertical Gas Corridor: Bulgaria will be ready for transit by the end of 2026.
Bulgaria's Ambassador to Romania, Radko Vlaykov, confirmed that by the end of 2026, the Bulgarian infrastructure for the Vertical Gas Corridor will be fully operational, ensuring energy independence and new capacity for the region.
Reform at BEH: Mini Maritsa-iztok and TPP Maritsa-iztok 2 to separate from the holding
The Council of Ministers has launched a key energy reform. Minister Iva Petrova announced the restructuring of BEH to save over 1 billion euros under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
EWRC proposes electricity and heating price hikes from July 1: See the new prices
The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission proposes an average increase of 3% for electricity and 4.58% for heating from July 1. See the breakdown by company and city.
Bulgaria seeks more favorable gas terms in new negotiations with Turkey over "Botaș"
Expert Ivan Hinovski sees a chance for renegotiating the "Botaș" contract under new market conditions and supports the personnel "purges" and audits in the energy sector as a step against corrupt practices.
Bulgaria strengthens its role in sustainable metal mining for the EU
Deputy Minister of Energy Lyubomira Gancheva emphasized Bulgaria's strategic importance for the EU's raw material independence and the need for a balance between a low-carbon economy and the mining industry.
BEH leadership changed: Iva Petrova reveals serious risks to the energy sector
Minister of Energy Iva Petrova has appointed a new board of directors for BEH following revelations of poor management practices, delayed repairs, and absurd staffing levels.
Fuel prices: Gasoline gets more expensive, diesel and gas prices drop
See the current fuel prices in Bulgaria for May. Gasoline A95 and A98 show an increase, while diesel and propane-butane are getting cheaper. Methane remains stable.