Slovenian Petrol Group has successfully installed and commissioned its 85th solar power plant as part of the strategic Petrol Green project, which aims to install solar power systems on the roofs of petrol stations and other buildings. This milestone underscores Petrol’s commitment to energy self-sufficiency and its goal of achieving 160 MW of installed capacity from renewable energy sources by the end of 2025. The initiative plays a significant role in reducing the carbon footprint and generating green energy, which is also utilized for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
The Petrol Green project marks a key step in the company’s transition to renewable electricity. While previously focused on wind power, Petrol has shifted its investment strategy to include solar energy. Launched last year, the project is divided into three phases: the first phase saw the installation of 46 solar power plants, followed by 24 in the second phase and 15 in the third. The project received partial funding from the EU, with Petrol investing 3.3 million euros. Currently, the group operates over 100 solar power plants at various locations throughout Slovenia.
Marko Nincevic, a member of Petrol’s Management Board, highlighted that the group began its energy transition several years ago, setting an ambitious target of 160 MW of installed capacity from renewables by 2025, which represents 35% of the group’s total investments. The combined installed capacity of the 85 solar power plants now stands at 5.2 MW, generating approximately 5.6 GWh of electricity annually. The largest solar power plant is located in Zalog, with a capacity exceeding 400 kW.
With the recent installations, the Petrol Group has successfully reduced CO2 emissions by around 2,200 tons, significantly contributing to climate neutrality and sustainable development goals.
