THE NORTHERN LIGHTS PROJECT

Romania s new wind power energy storage project
In Ialomița County, KKR, its subsidiary Greenvolt, and Renovatio plan to build a wind park exceeding 250 megawatts (MW) across three sites near Țăndărei, Gheorghe Lazăr, Grivița, and Ograda. The EUR 400 million project is due for completion in 2027. [pdf]FAQS about Romania s new wind power energy storage project
Will wind farms increase power supply in Romania?
Wind farms could contribute with 13 GW to the national power generation capacity by 2020. Between 2009 and 2017, total wind farm capacity will comprise 4,000 MW with investments of US$5.6 billion. Additionally, potential offshore wind farms may increase supply.
How will the EIB support a new wind farm in Romania?
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is committing up to €30 million to a major wind-power project in Romania, accelerating the country’s green transition and energy independence. The EIB support will co-finance a planned second onshore wind farm in Pestera, a village near the city of Constanta on Romania’s Black Sea coast.
When did Romania start using wind power?
Wind power in Romania started in 2009 with an installed capacity of 14 MW. As of the end of 2016, the total cumulative installed capacity had increased to 3,028 MW.
Will Romania support offshore wind power in 2020?
Romania passed a law in November 2020 to support offshore wind power. The Black Sea 1 farm is planned with a capacity of 500 MW and Black Sea 2 farm is planned for 1,400 MW to be built in 2027-28. By 2021, wind power had risen to 17% of total installed power generation capacity and 13% of total power generation.
Will CIP expand its presence in Romania's energy transition?
“Beyond that, we look to expand CIP’s presence in Romania’s energy transition with further investments.” CIP is the world’s largest dedicated fund manager for greenfield renewable-energy investments, with expertise in offshore and onshore wind, solar photovoltaic (PV), biomass and other forms of sustainable energy.

How much does the Croatian energy storage project cost
Croatia is preparing to build Eastern Europe’s largest energy storage project. IE Energy has secured €19.8 million ($20.9 million) to develop a 50 MW storage system, potentially extendable to 110 MW by 2024. [pdf]FAQS about How much does the Croatian energy storage project cost
Will Croatia build Europe's largest energy storage project?
Croatia is preparing to build Eastern Europe’s largest energy storage project. IE Energy has secured €19.8 million ($20.9 million) to develop a 50 MW storage system, potentially extendable to 110 MW by 2024.
Is Croatia ready for solar energy storage?
“There is immense scope for energy storage in Croatia, predominantly for battery storage.” GlobalData says that Croatia is now on target to meet its 36.4% renewable energy target by 2030. However, its recent investment in energy storage has not been accompanied by rapid solar PV development.
What is energy in Croatia?
Energy in Croatia describes energy and electricity production, consumption and import in Croatia. As of 2023, Croatia imported about 54.54% of the total energy consumed annually: 78.34% of its oil demand, 74.48% of its gas and 100% of its coal needs.
What is Croatia's energy package?
SARAJEVO, Feb 16 (Reuters) - The Croatian government has prepared a 4.8 billion kuna ($725 million) package designed to offset the impact of rising energy prices on households, businesses and socially vulnerable groups, Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic said on Wednesday.
How much does electricity cost in Croatia?
Croatia, September 2023: The price of electricity for households is EUR 0.150 per kWh or USD 0.160 per kWh. The electricity price for businesses is EUR 0.148 kWh or USD 0.158 per kWh. This includes all components of the electricity bill such as the cost of power, distribution and taxes.
How much solar capacity will Croatia have in 2022?
The country might only add 2.5 MW of new solar capacity in 2022, and another 19 MW next year, according to the consulting firm. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) says that Croatia had 309 MW of installed PV capacity at the end of 2021. GlobalData expects the country to reach 770 MW of cumulative solar capacity by 2030.

Poland air-cooled energy storage project
In an industrial park in Poland, GSL ENERGY deployed the latest GSL-BESS50K100 air-cooled all-in-one industrial and commercial energy storage system to build an efficient, flexible, and stable intelligent energy management platform for the customer. [pdf]FAQS about Poland air-cooled energy storage project
Will Poland become a hotbed of energy storage project development?
Poland, Europe’s tenth-largest economy, is set to become a hotbed of energy storage project development as the share of renewable energy on its grid soars. The country built out a record 1.2 GW of onshore wind power in 2023, according to industry body WindEurope, bringing its total installed capacity to around 9.4 GW.
What is Poland's energy storage subsidy?
Learn about Poland’s €1 billion energy storage subsidy aimed at installing 5.4 GWh of BESS by 2028, strengthening grid stability and accelerating the green transition.
Why is energy storage important in Poland?
With the rising share of intermittent renewable power, large-scale battery storage systems are becoming critical to maintaining grid stability. By addressing challenges such as peak load balancing and frequency regulation, energy storage enhances the resilience and flexibility of Poland’s electricity system.
How much money does Poland spend on battery energy storage?
Poland has finalized a comprehensive subsidy program aimed at accelerating the deployment of battery energy storage systems (BESS), with a total budget of PLN 4 billion (approximately €1 billion).
Is the short-term outlook for energy storage in Poland good?
Whatever happens, it seems the short-term outlook for storage in Poland is good—and will only get better as the country moves to address European and national climate goals. Poland, Europe’s tenth-largest economy, is set to become a hotbed of energy storage project development as the share of renewable energy on its grid soars.
Is Poland a key player in Europe's energy storage sector?
Poland is emerging as a significant player in Europe's energy storage sector. The recent capacity market auctions in December 2024 highlighted a substantial shift towards BESS, with approximately 2.5 GW secured by new generation capacity market units, predominantly Li-ion energy storage projects.