What is energy in Bulgaria?

Energy in Bulgaria is among the most important sectors of the national economy and encompasses energy and electricity production, consumption and transportation in Bulgaria.

What will Bulgaria's energy system operator do in 2024?

By the end of 2024, Bulgaria’s Electricity System Operator (ESO) will finalize its investment program aiming to ensure the grid connection of new power plants with a total installed capacity of 4,500 MW, primarily renewables. ESO, the country’s transmission system operator, has invested more than EUR 25 million in digitalization of the grid.

How much electricity does Bulgaria produce in 2022?

Total electricity production in 2022 has reached 49.4 TWh, while demand was 37.8 TWh. Per capita production as of 2022 was 7,458 kWh, the highest in Southeastern Europe. The main sources of electricity generation were fossil fuels (52%) and nuclear power (33%). Bulgaria is aiming for over 27% renewables by 2030.

How much wind power does Bulgaria have?

In 2019 Bulgaria had 708 MW of wind power capacity, with the European Wind Energy Association stating that Bulgaria has the potential to generate up to 3.4 GW of wind power. Generating over 10% of Bulgaria's electricity, most hydropower plants are owned by NEK EAD and located in the Rhodope Mountains and Rila.

Where can I find information about Bulgarian energy holding?

Current and reliable information about the activities and initiatives of Bulgarian Energy Holding is published only on the company's official website. BGN 11,523 mln.

How is the national energy policy implemented in Bulgaria?

The national energy policy is implemented [dubious – discuss] by the National Assembly and the Government of Bulgaria, conducted by the Ministry of Energy and regulated by the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission.