Astronergy has successfully commissioned a 31 MW solar power plant in Romania, marking a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy landscape. This facility, located in Slătioara, Vâlcea County, is set to enhance the region’s energy production capabilities and is part of Astronergy’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in the European renewable sector.
The operational license for this solar plant was obtained earlier this year, allowing for the commencement of commercial electricity generation. The project was initiated in 2023 and is operated by Necaluxan Solthree, a subsidiary within Astronergy’s European framework.
Astronergy plans to further improve the plant’s functionality by integrating a battery energy storage system with an anticipated capacity of approximately 14.4 MW. This addition aims to enhance grid flexibility and facilitate better integration of solar power into the national electricity network, addressing challenges posed by variable renewable generation.
In addition to this development, Astronergy is expanding its portfolio in Romania through another initiative under GIBE Energy, which it acquired in 2024. This project will feature a 55 MW solar plant planned for Hunedoara County, further solidifying Astronergy’s investment footprint in the Romanian market.
The parent company of Astronergy, the Chint Group, has been actively involved in Romania for over two decades, establishing a robust portfolio of solar initiatives supported by financing from the China Development Bank Corporation. This long-standing commitment underscores the growing importance of renewable energy projects in enhancing energy security and sustainability within Romania and the broader Southeast European region.
