Could solar energy be a key to Croatia's energy future?

“Croatia has vast untapped solar potential. By modernising grid infrastructure, supporting energy storage solutions and remove barriers such as the high grid connection costs, we can bring solar energy to the forefront of Croatia’s energy future.”

Why is Solarpower Europe partnering with Res Croatia?

SolarPower Europe’s partnership with RES Croatia underscores our dedication to supporting Croatia and its neighbours overcome barriers to renewable energy growth, including high grid connection costs and the need for an updated grid infrastructure to support solar projects.

Will Croatia reach its energy goal by 2028?

The country is going to reach its 2030 goal of 3.5 GW of renewables, envisaged by the energy strategy, by 2028, Milatić added. Solar is leading the new installations. The state secretary noted that in 2018, when Croatia adopted the first rulebook for the production of energy for self-consumption, there was 55 MW of solar power.

Can Croatia become a regional leader in battery energy storage?

The participants agreed that Croatia has the potential to become a regional leader in the integration of renewable sources and battery energy storage, but this requires a rapid modernization of the transmission and distribution network, as well as legislative adjustments.

What does Croatia's solar partnership mean for the region?

As Croatia approaches the milestone of 1GW of solar capacity, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting the region’s renewable energy ambitions and helping Croatia unlock its significant solar potential.

How much solar power does Croatia have?

Solar is leading the new installations. The state secretary noted that in 2018, when Croatia adopted the first rulebook for the production of energy for self-consumption, there was 55 MW of solar power. Croatia has now reached 700 MW, out of which 600 MW is on the roofs of firms and homes, Milatić said.