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Sad Anniversary: Bulgaria’s Energy System Collapsed on Friday 13th 1978

Everyone has read the jokes about how the most important thing in the 21st century is that one should have access to internet.

Business » Energy | January 13, 2021, Wednesday // 16:14 | Viewed: 9363

Bulgarian Parliament Ratifies Agreement with US for Kozloduy NPP Technology

The Bulgarian Parliament has ratified the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Government of the United States on cooperation regarding the construction of nuclear power at the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant

Business » Energy | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 14:12 | Viewed: 2530

US Sees Gas Pipeline Through Bulgaria as Key Energy Initiative in Region

During a forum in Alexandroupolis, US Assistant Secretary of State for Energy, Jeffrey Payatt, highlighted the significance of a gas pipeline project through Bulgaria as the next pivotal step for energy development in the region

Business » Energy | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 11:00 | Viewed: 2575

Bulgaria Delays Decision on Nuclear Waste Storage Amid European Discussions

Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov addressed concerns over the long-term storage of nuclear waste during a parliamentary control session in Bulgaria today

Business » Energy | March 1, 2024, Friday // 12:30 | Viewed: 2619

Bulgaria Ceases Russian Oil Imports: Parliament's Decision Marks End of Derogation

Effective March 1, Bulgaria has officially halted the use and importation of Russian oil for fuel production, following a decision by the Parliament to drop the derogation

Business » Energy | March 1, 2024, Friday // 09:10 | Viewed: 4730

Bulgargaz Proposes 18% Reduction in Natural Gas Prices

"Bulgargaz" suggests an 18% decrease in natural gas prices starting next month

Business » Energy | February 28, 2024, Wednesday // 13:31 | Viewed: 2664

Europe's Energy Evolution: Declining Gas Demand and Renewable Growth

In a recent report released by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) on Wednesday, it was revealed that demand for natural gas in Europe experienced a significant decline last year, dropping to its lowest level in a decade

Business » Energy | February 21, 2024, Wednesday // 18:00 | Viewed: 3778

Bulgarian Kozloduy NPP Confirms Smooth Transition to Non-Russian Nuclear Fuel

Amidst concerns surrounding energy security and the transition away from Russian nuclear fuel, the executive director of Bulgaria's Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), Valentin Nikolov, has reassured the public that there is no risk of operational disrupt

Business » Energy | February 20, 2024, Tuesday // 14:15 | Viewed: 3509

Majority of Bulgarians Fear Impact of Green Deal on Electricity Bills

Amid the implementation of measures under the European Union's Green Deal, 64% of Bulgarians have identified the escalating electricity prices as their top concern

Business » Energy | February 16, 2024, Friday // 13:18 | Viewed: 2920

US Development Finance Corporation Eyes Bulgaria's Energy Sector

Bulgaria's Finance Minister, Asen Vassilev, engaged in discussions with Scott Nathan, the executive director of the U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC), during his visit to Washington

Business » Energy | February 13, 2024, Tuesday // 13:41 | Viewed: 3262

Bulgaria and USA Ink Deal for New Nuclear Power Units at Kozloduy NPP

Bulgaria and the United States have formally sealed an agreement to collaborate on the construction of two new units at the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant

Business » Energy | February 12, 2024, Monday // 19:12 | Viewed: 2805

Bulgarian & US Officials Explore Energy Security Strategies

Bulgarian Ministers Rumen Radev of Energy and Assen Vassilev of Finance recently engaged in high-level talks with US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm in Washington, D.C., focusing on critical energy issues

Business » Energy | February 7, 2024, Wednesday // 18:10 | Viewed: 2710

Bulgaria Faces Looming Energy Crisis by 2038, Warns Expert

Energy expert Ivan Hinovski has issued a stark warning about Bulgaria's future energy prospects, highlighting the imminent threat of losing all base capacities by 2038

Business » Energy | February 7, 2024, Wednesday // 13:22 | Viewed: 2455

February Brings a Drop in Bulgarian Natural Gas Prices

The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has approved a substantial 8.4% reduction in the price of natural gas for February

Business » Energy | February 2, 2024, Friday // 10:16 | Viewed: 2592

Sad: Bulgaria and EU Witness Rise in Fossil Fuel Dependency

Recent Eurostat data unveils a concerning trend in the European Union's energy landscape, highlighting an increase in fossil fuel dependence from 69.9% in 2021 to 70.9% in 2022

Business » Energy | January 31, 2024, Wednesday // 10:43 | Viewed: 2659

Concerns Rise Over Wind Turbines' Potential Impact on Black Sea Tourism and Fishing

The Bulgarian Parliament has passed the Renewable Sources Energy Act in marine spaces at its initial reading, aiming to establish administrative procedures and principles for the development

Business » Energy | January 26, 2024, Friday // 18:00 | Viewed: 2677

Bulgaria-Turkey Gas Network Deal: Bulgartransgaz and Botas Unite

"Bulgartransgaz" and Turkey's gas transmission system operator, "Botas," have officially signed an Agreement for the interconnection of the Strandja - Malkoçlar point, marking a key milestone in fostering the diversification of natural gas sources

Business » Energy | January 25, 2024, Thursday // 13:00 | Viewed: 2736

Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant Granted Permit for Storage of Westinghouse Nuclear Fuel

The Nuclear Regulation Agency (NRA) has officially granted Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) a permit for the storage of fresh RWFA-type nuclear fuel produced by Westinghouse, according to an announcement on January 24

Business » Energy | January 24, 2024, Wednesday // 18:35 | Viewed: 3215

Greece and Bulgaria Celebrate New Energy Link for Green Future

The official opening of the second cross-border power line between Greece and Bulgaria marked a significant event during the ministerial meeting of the Central and South-East European Energy Connectivity Group (CESEC) on Friday (January 19th)

Business » Energy | January 22, 2024, Monday // 12:22 | Viewed: 3795

Energy Dynamics: Why Bulgaria Opts for Electricity Imports

Bulgaria is undergoing a shift toward becoming a net importer of electricity, driven by economic considerations, warns energy expert Krassimir Manov

Business » Energy | January 16, 2024, Tuesday // 16:23 | Viewed: 3020

Bucharest hosting the high-level renewables investment event Energy Week Black Sea

On 6-8th February, the international renewables investment conference Energy Week Black Sea will take place in Bucharest, Romania

Business » Energy | January 15, 2024, Monday // 10:51 | Viewed: 2314

Bulgaria Commits to Phasing Out Coal-Fired Power Plants by 2030, Prioritizing Renewable Energy

Bulgaria's Minister of Environment and Water, Julian Popov, has affirmed the country's commitment to phasing out coal-fired power plants, emphasizing that the transition will be market-driven rather than state-mandated

Business » Energy | January 14, 2024, Sunday // 16:00 | Viewed: 2860
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