Is solar irradiation a viable energy source in Croatia?

The abundance of solar irradiation in Croatia shall enable photovoltaic energy to become an increasingly cost-competitive power generation source and attract new investments. Croatian solar resource potential Energy Institute Hrvoje Pozar initiated several solar radiation measurements projects in Croatia.

Does Croatia need a solar energy strategy?

Croatia has one of the lowest photovoltaic capacity per inhabitant in Europe (15.6 Wp in 2020). The country will need strong support from local and international partners to develop its solar power sector and to decarbonize the economy. Croatia’s energy strategy in the foreseeable future

Will Croatian solar photovoltaic market grow by 2030?

Croatian solar photovoltaic market size is still insignificant. However, it has already attracted the interest of reputable domestic and international market players in recent years, and our forecast for its development by 2030 is optimistic.

Can agrivoltaic installations be deployed in Croatia?

The Croatian government has adopted bylaws to the Spatial Planning Act that define agrivoltaic installations and the areas in which they can be deployed, in order to facilitate future deployment.

Is Croatia preparing to build Eastern Europe's largest energy storage project?

Croatia is preparing to build Eastern Europe’s largest energy storage project. IE Energy has secured €19.8 million ($20.9 million) to develop a 50 MW storage system, potentially extendable to 110 MW by 2024. Croatia’s latest procurement exercise was significantly undersubscribed, with only 150 MW of submitted projects.

Will ie energy impose financial sanctions on Croatia?

The commission is now requesting financial sanctions. Croatia is preparing to build Eastern Europe’s largest energy storage project. IE Energy has secured €19.8 million ($20.9 million) to develop a 50 MW storage system, potentially extendable to 110 MW by 2024.