Energo - CEE/FSU Power
Turkey allocates 49bn lira to energy efficiency and resource exploration in 2026
The Turkish government has earmarked very nearly Turkish lira (TRY) 49bn ($1.2bn) in its 2026 budget to boost energy efficiency, expand mineral and energy resource exploration and strengthen related infrastructure.
Slovenia’s SunContract to install over 30 solar power plants on public buildings
Slovenian renewable energy company SunContract announced on October 24 that it will install more than 30 solar power plants on kindergartens, health centres, schools, and other public institutions across the country by the end of 2025.
Defence rules force Lithuania’s state energy giant to scrap wind plans in eastern Latvia
European Commission allows Romania to keep coal-fired power units operational until 2029
Romania has received approval from the EC to maintain several coal-fired power units in operation beyond the original end-2025 deadline: two "at least until August 2026" and another one by 2029.
World Bank backs project to strengthen Mongolia’s power grid
The World Bank said in a press release on October 22 that it will take a significant step in strengthening Mongolia’s electricity infrastructure by approving a project designed to bolster electricity service reliability and security.
Saudi Pemco to construct 200-MW power plant as Uzbekistan expands energy cooperation
Saudi Arabian firm Pemco will begin construction of a 200-megawatt gas-piston thermal power plant in Uzbekistan’s Samarkand region by the end of this year, according to Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov.
Tajikistan, Iran agree to extend payment deadline on $256mn Sangtuda-2 hydro project to end-2032
Tajikistan and Iran have agreed to extend the investment payment deadline on the $256mn and 220-megawatt Sangtuda-2 Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) project by six years and four months from August 2026 to the end of 2032.
Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine’s energy system, crippling gas output
Russia launched a major overnight missile and drone assault against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, severely damaging power and gas facilities as winter draws near.
Romania begins construction of major power lines linking north of country and Moldova
Slovak PM Fico to unblock 19th round of sanctions in exchange for EU’s concessions to car industry
During a parliamentary session in Bratislava, Fico reportedly admitted he uses the support for sanctions as a "pressure tool".
TrinaTracker secures 363-MW solar tracker contract in Uzbekistan
TrinaTracker, a unit of TrinaSolar, has secured a contract to supply 363 MW of solar tracker systems for a photovoltaic power plant in Uzbekistan’s Navoi region.
Mongolian coal shipments to China hit record monthly high in September, up 33% y/y
Mongolian coal shipments to China hit a record monthly high in September.
Montenegro’s EPCG board dismisses executive director Bulatović, appoints Djordan as acting CEO
GE Vernova to supply turbines for 252 MW wind farm in Romania
GE Vernova announced that it has signed an agreement with Greenvolt International Power to supply, install, and commission 42 onshore wind turbines for the Ialomiţa wind farm in eastern Romania.
Repair work to restore power supply to Zaporizhzhia NPP begins – IAEA chief
Repair works have begun on damaged off-site power lines at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in Ukraine, signalling a rare step to address one of the most acute nuclear safety risks in the war-torn region.
Ukraine’s growing energy crisis promises a cold and dark winter
Since the summer, Kyiv has changed tactics. Given the almost complete failure of Western oil sanctions to curb Russian oil exports, it has been targeting Russian oil refineries. The Kremlin has struck back, targeting Ukraine's power system.
Slovenia proposes new law to boost renewable energy use
The Slovenian government has finalised a draft law on the promotion of renewable energy sources (RES) and will send it to the Parliament for consideration, the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy announced on October 17.
Romania’s Electrica to develop 1 GW of storage capacity by 2030
Romania’s electricity supplier and distributor Electrica (BVB: EL), whose largest shareholder is the Romanian state, has started procedures to obtain permits for the construction of 15 battery storage parks with a total capacity of around 1 GWh.
Uzbekistan hosts renewable energy training event with ACWA Power
Tashkent has hosted a Renewable Energy Technologies Training event organised by the Energy and Water Academy (EWA Academy) and ACWA Power, in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation.
Putin discusses state of Russian energy sector
Kazakhstan, GGGI sign MoU to advance clean hydrogen development under H2G initiative
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) to advance cooperation on clean hydrogen and sustainable development under the Hydrogen to Green Growth (H2G) initiative.
Eurasian Resources Group forecasts sustained metal deficits, sees HBI as key to green steel transition
Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) said on October 13 that global metals markets are undergoing a strategic revaluation, with prolonged supply deficits expected in copper, aluminium and chrome, while HBI is gaining traction in green steelmaking.
Central Asia’s Kambarata-1 hydro megaproject has won strong backing from global financial institutions, says minister
The joint megaproject of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to build the Kambarata-1 hydroelectric power plant (HPP) has won strong backing from global financial institutions, Uzbek Minister of Energy Jorabek Mirzamahmudov said in an interview.
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