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6 FAQs about [North Macedonia photovoltaic program]

How many photovoltaic projects are in North Macedonia?

The government of North Macedonia has granted strategic investment status to two photovoltaic projects with a combined capacity of 155 MW. One of the two facilities has a capacity of 85 MW and is being planned by Renewable Power International in the municipality of Karbinci, in the eastern part of North Macedonia.

Is Akuo Energy a strategic investment in North Macedonia?

Shortly after Akuo Energy’s photovoltaic project of up to 400 MW in Štip was declared a strategic investment, the Government of North Macedonia gave the same status to two planned solar power plants in Pehčevo and Karbinci in the country’s east. Renewable Power International will invest in a photovoltaic power plant with a capacity of 85 MW.

How much PV capacity does North Macedonia have in 2021?

The nation had around 94 MW of cumulative installed PV capacity at the end of 2021. Image: dimitrisvetsikas1969/Pixabay The government of North Macedonia has granted strategic investment status to two photovoltaic projects with a combined capacity of 155 MW.

How will a new solar plant help Macedonia?

Andi Aranitasi, EBRD Head of North Macedonia, said: “The new solar plant will help the country, which faces severe air pollution from coal, to reduce its reliance on ageing coal-fired infrastructure. It will also generate cheap electricity in times of very high market prices.

Where in Macedonia is a solar park being built?

One of the two facilities has a capacity of 85 MW and is being planned by Renewable Power International in the municipality of Karbinci, in the eastern part of North Macedonia. The second solar park is planned to have a capacity of 70 MW and to be located in Pechevo, which is also in eastern North Macedonia. Its developer is Hek Solar MK.

How much does a solar project cost in North Macedonia?

Its developer is Hek Solar MK. The government said the first project is expected to require an investment of €63 million and the second around €53 million, without disclosing further details. North Macedonia is currently supporting large scale solar through a series of tenders. The most recent one was launched by the Ministry of Economy in July.

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