Renewable energy sources accounted for 54.1% of electricity generated in the European Union in the second quarter of 2026, according to Eurostat data released September 18.

Bulgaria is emerging as a promising destination for industrial battery investments as large-scale energy storage rapidly expands worldwide, potentially strengthening the country’s role as a regional electricity hub. Energy expert Simeon Beloreshki said Bulgaria has several advantages, including spare capacity in its electricity transmission network and strong connections with neighboring markets.

On a sunny May 15, Bulgaria’s solar generation briefly reached a level where photovoltaic production alone could match the country’s instantaneous electricity demand, "Capital" reported. Around midday, solar plants delivered more than 3.7 GW, while system consumption stood at roughly 3.2 GW, according to operational data.

A major solar energy project has been inaugurated in the Silistra region of Bulgaria, marking one of the country’s largest installations in the sector, according to BNR correspondent Nezabravka Kirova.

The Municipality of Gotse Delchev has approved one of the largest infrastructure projects in the region, granting unanimous consent to a cooperation agreement with the Swiss company Wasserberg GmbH, based in Zug. This agreement marks the official start of preparations for the Breznitsa Hydropower Complex, a project that has been under discussion for over 40 years but lacked a committed investor until now.