Podgorica power generation and energy storage

Will Podgorica help Montenegro transition to a greener energy base?

At the ceremony in the country’s capital Podgorica, the United States–based company’s Chief Executive Officer Adam Cortese said it would aid Montenegro in a swift and efficient transition to a cleaner, greener energy generation base.

Which companies supply electricity in Podgorica?

In addition to EPCG, there are five other companies licensed to supply electricity (DOO "Energija Gas and Power", DOO "Uniprom" Nikšić, DOO "Petrol Crna Gora MNE" Podgorica, DOO "Montenegro Bonus" Cetinje and DOO "Twinfin Tesla" Podgorica).

What was the installed capacity of all power plants in Montenegro in 2021?

The total installed capacity of all power plants in Montenegro at the end of 2021 was 1.050,812 MW. An overview of installed capacities by energy undertakings and power plants is shown in Table 1.2.1. 1.050,812

How does Montenegro supply energy?

While the exploration of hydrocarbon reserves in the Montenegrin seabed is ongoing, Montenegro currently supplies almost half of its energy needs through imports, mainly due to the lack of domestic resources for the production of oil derivatives.

How many solar power plants are there in Montenegro?

By the end of 2021, 20 solar power plants owned by prosumers were connected to the electricity distribution system, one of which has a power of 302.5 kW (SPP EPCG), while the other 19 have a power of less than 34.5 kW, and thus the total installed power of facilities that produce electricity using solar irradiation in Montenegro reached 0.59 MW.

What types of power plants are used in Montenegro?

U Depending on the energy source used for electricity generation, the generation capacities in Montenegro can be classified into hydro power plants, thermal power plants, wind power plants and solar power plants.