The Tupan solar power project, located near Nikšić, has successfully navigated a significant regulatory hurdle, following the approval of its environmental impact documentation by Montenegro’s Environmental Protection Agency. This decision marks a crucial step forward for the initiative, which is spearheaded by local developer S2P Tupan and aims to achieve an installed capacity of 90 MW.
The environmental assessment’s compliance with national regulations has been confirmed, allowing the project to transition towards full implementation. The agency’s approval includes essential environmental safeguards and mitigation measures that will be enforced during both the construction and operational phases of the facility, as well as in response to any potential incidents. An environmental monitoring program is also mandated to ensure ongoing compliance as the project progresses.
Strategically positioned across multiple cadastral plots in the Tupan area within Nikšić municipality, this solar plant is set to cover approximately 156 hectares. The design incorporates photovoltaic modules mounted on steel support structures, optimized for maximum energy generation efficiency throughout the year.
Plans for the facility include a total of 129,408 solar panels, which are expected to occupy around 876,770 square meters—about 56% of the total project area—demonstrating a thoughtful approach to land use. The site will also feature 13 distinct sections, each equipped with its own transformer station rated at 0.8/35 kV. Overall, the project anticipates 13 prefabricated substations with a capacity of 6.6 MVA each, facilitating effective power collection and distribution within the plant.
Groundwork for this ambitious solar initiative commenced in October 2023 when urban and technical conditions were issued by the Montenegrin Government to German company SP2 Electric. With environmental approvals now secured, the Tupan solar project is poised to transition significantly closer to becoming a fully operational renewable energy facility.
