Bulgaria Solar Photovoltaic Module Franchise

Is solar PV a good investment in Bulgaria?

It is now economic for commercial and industrial customers in Bulgaria to invest in solar PV projects, without subsidies and without government incentives. As a result, the market for distributed solar PV in Bulgaria is starting to grow.

Why are distributed solar PV projects being built in Bulgaria?

Most distributed solar PV projects currently being built in Bulgaria are being configured purely for self-consumption; in other words, they are not connected to the grid, and are being used strictly to reduce the customer’s electricity bill. This makes it harder for distribution system operators (DSOs) to monitor, and control.

What is Bulgarian Photovoltaic Association?

Future is here! In urban environment, transport, home and school... photovoltaic energy is part of our everyday life. Bulgarian photovoltaic association is a non-profit organization unifying more than 400 companies from the renewable energy sector in Bulgaria.

What is the biggest solar PV plant to be built in Bulgaria?

This is also one of the biggest solar PV plants to be constructed in Bulgaria in recent years. With the solar PV plant, Aurubis Bulgaria will save some 11.700 MWh per year from grid electricity consumption (sufficient for approx. 12.000 households), which will cover an average of 2.5% of the electricity needs of its smelter facility.

Should Bulgaria establish a public registry of certified solar PV installers?

Bulgaria should establish a public registry of certified solar PV installers similar to those found in other markets around the world. Installers applying to be on the list would have to pay a fee to help offset the costs of certification.

Are solar panels a viable option for self-consumption in Bulgaria?

Conversely, households and institutions interested in installing solar panels for self-consumption are still stuck with administrative hurdles In the statistics of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Bulgaria had 1.28 GW at the end of 2021 and 1.95 GW just one year later. The measure is expressed in nominal or peak capacity.