State-owned thermal power plant Maritsa East 2 reported a remarkable surge in electricity sales on the free market in January 2025, with sales increasing by 470 times compared to January 2024. The plant sold nearly 300,000 MWh of electricity through the Independent Bulgarian Electricity Exchange (IBEX) in the first month of the year, a significant rise from just 635.5 MWh sold in January 2024.
In addition to its market sales, the plant provided 464,267 MWh of electricity to residential consumers, ensuring a reliable supply for Bulgarian households. This marks an increase of nearly 200,000 MWh compared to the same month last year. Total electricity production for January reached approximately 890,000 MWh.
Since the start of 2025, TPP Maritsa East 2 has been operating all eight of its units at full capacity, ensuring the stability and security of Bulgaria’s electricity system.
