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Are electricity prices regulated in Slovakia?

liberalised in 2005 – wholesale price is not regulated. Prices of electricity import and export are fixed on the basis of bilateral contracts between buyer and seller. Since January 2005 volumes of cross-border trades and transmission through Slovakia ́s transmission system are not limited.

Can geothermal energy be used for electricity generation in Slovakia?

The main barriers to the deployment of geothermal energy for electricity generation in Slovakia include high investment costs related to the exploration of geothermal boreholes, as well as administrative hurdles tied to environmental impact assessments (EIA) and the permitting process for plant construction and operation.

How has solar technology changed in Slovakia?

For the second consecutive year, Slovakia has witnessed notable acceleration in the solar PV sector. This growth has been primarily driven by the declining cost of solar technology, coupled with relatively high energy prices faced by businesses, which has increased interest in PV systems.

How much geothermal energy will Slovakia produce in 2025?

The 2025 Final Updated NECP maintains a target of 4 MW of installed geothermal capacity by 2030, unchanged from both the 2019 NECP and the 2023 Draft Updated NECP. This modest increase, representing the first large-scale electricity production from geothermal energy in Slovakia, is expected to occur in 2029.

What is the capacity of a stand-alone battery in Slovakia?

In late 2023, the Slovak Battery Alliance (SBaA) estimated the total capacity of stand-alone BESS in Slovakia to be 27.5 MWh. This section aims to provide the most accurate estimate of battery storage market developments across all sectors in 2024.

What is the share of RES-E in Slovakia's electricity generation?

As of the end of 2024, the share of RES-E in Slovakia's electricity generation increased by a percentage point compared to the previous year, reaching 24.2%. Hydropower continues to lead, comprising 66% of the total installed renewable capacity, followed by solar PV at 29% and bioenergy at 5%.