E.ON is planning a €625 million expansion of its Hungarian grid. Separately, E.ON Hungaria is outlining a €625 million network investment programme aimed at adding 2,323 MW of connection capacity by 2030. The plan is intended to support additional renewable generation, storage and electricity demand.
The four-year programme will cover approximately 25,000–30,000 projects across Budapest, Pest county and Transdanubia. The scope includes new and expanded substations. It also covers reinforcement of high-, medium- and low-voltage networks.
Substations, network reinforcement and digital grid upgrades
In addition to grid reinforcement, the programme includes additional supply points. It also involves upgrades to digital monitoring and grid control. These works are part of the effort to increase the network’s ability to accommodate more generation and consumption.
The additional connection capacity does not represent a commitment to build 2,323 MW of power plants. Instead, it reflects the network’s capability to take in more generation and serve higher levels of consumption. Delivery timing for the new capacity is expected to influence project sequencing.
Funding mix and link to Hungary’s policy programmes
Funding for the programme will combine E.ON’s own resources with support from the EU’s Recovery and Resilience Facility. The EU support is provided under Hungary’s Szechenyi Terv Plusz programme. E.ON has also invested approximately €1.9 billion in Hungarian energy networks since 2022.
Hungary’s expanding solar fleet is increasing the need for network reinforcement. At the same time, demand for storage and electrification is growing. For developers and industrial consumers, the value of the programme depends on where and when the new connection capacity becomes available.
The availability dates are expected to determine which projects can move from development into construction.
