Energetics
News about production, supply, and pricing of electricity, gas, fuels, and renewable energy sources.
The Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov outlines the vision for a sustainable Bulgarian energy sector.
Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov opened an international nuclear conference, where he presented the specific steps for the construction of the 7th and 8th units of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant. He emphasized the importance of investments in new capacities and the training of young specialists to achieve energy security, sustainability and added value for the Bulgarian economy.
Energy security and sustainability - key priorities for Bulgaria in regional cooperation
The Deputy Minister of Energy Iva Petrova emphasized the need to achieve energy security, sustainability, and affordability for the benefit of the economies and citizens of the countries in the region. Bulgaria is actively involved in regional initiatives such as the Southern Gas Corridor and the Green Energy Corridor to ensure diversification of energy supplies and the development of highly digitalized networks.
The Energy Minister: Bulgaria to Become a Regional Hub for High-Tech Business
The Minister of Energy Zhecho Stankov opened a discussion where he presented Bulgaria's ambition to establish itself as a regional center for high-tech activities. Key to this goal will be the projects for new capacities at the Kozloduy NPP, the construction of pumped storage hydroelectric power plants and energy storage batteries, which will ensure sufficient secure and affordable electricity for the needs of gigafactories and data centers.
Energy Minister Stankov: Accelerating key infrastructure projects is among our top priorities
The Minister of Energy Zhecho Stankov inspected the progress in the construction of the Vertical Gas Corridor, which will increase the capacity for natural gas transmission in Southeast Europe. The project, supported by seven countries, is key to ensuring security and diversity of energy supplies in the region.
Bulgargaz Announces Capacity Product Prices for April 2025
Bulgargaz has announced capacity product prices for April 2025, with the data being crucial for all participants in the natural gas market. Prices for the entry points of Kulata, Stara Zagora, and Strandzha are 0.6977, 0.6275, and 1.3058 BGN/MWh, respectively.