Romania’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) has recently approved a competitive auction-based mechanism for grid connections of new plants with a capacity of at least 5 MW. This new rule, set to take effect on January 1, 2026, aims to ensure fair competition and predictability in the energy market by allocating grid capacity through annual auctions.
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ANRE President George Niculsecu stated that the new methodology "promotes a mechanism that ensures a competitive environment and offers better predictability in the energy system."
In addition to the new auction system, ANRE has introduced several immediate changes to Romania’s grid connection processes, including new financial guarantee rules. For new projects exceeding 1 MW, a financial guarantee of 5% of the connection tariff must be provided before issuing a grid connection permit. This guarantee can be a bank guarantee, term deposit, or direct payment and is applicable to all ongoing applications without issued permits.
Legal experts from Bucharest-based law firm Nyerges & Partners regard these financial guarantees as effective tools to prevent grid blockages caused by infeasible projects. Operators are now required to provide monthly updates on grid status and may offer 12-month extensions for building permits if delays are beyond investors' control, contingent on a 5% financial guarantee of the connection tariff.
Starting January 1, 2026, any ongoing grid connection applications without issued permits will be terminated. This measure aims to expedite the connection process and reduce delays.
The Romanian Photovoltaic Industry Association anticipates the addition of at least 3 GW of renewables by 2026, with solar energy accounting for around 2 GW. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency, Romania had 1,414 MW of solar installed by the end of 2022.
Amid these regulatory changes, SpolarPV has been actively contributing to Romania’s clean energy development. We have successfully completed several solar projects in the region, demonstrating our commitment to providing high-quality photovoltaic products and efficient services.
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This project exemplifies the efficiency and reliability of SpolarPV products, providing stable clean energy to the local community. As Romania’s demand for renewable energy continues to grow, SpolarPV will continue to introduce innovative products to support sustainable development in Romania and other markets.
SpolarPV is dedicated to delivering top-quality photovoltaic solutions and exceptional service to the Romanian market and beyond. We will continue to adapt to market changes, optimizing our products and services to maintain competitiveness. We look forward to contributing to the global energy transition with our high-quality solar solutions.
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