Vārme Solar Farm: Latvia''s Largest Solar Project Powers Up
Latvia inaugurates the 94 MW Vārme solar farm, the largest in the Baltics. Learn how this massive project from Ignitis Renewables powers up the grid with 99 GWh annually.
Latvia inaugurates the 94 MW Vārme solar farm, the largest in the Baltics. Learn how this massive project from Ignitis Renewables powers up the grid with 99 GWh annually.
A 65 MW solar and 92 MWh storage project by European Energy, Sampension and Luminor in Latvia advanced the country''s transition toward greater grid flexibility.
However, it remains crucial to base these endeavors on accurate, economically viable information regarding solar technologies, their costs and their anticipated long-term
European Energy has secured EUR 37.9 million of long-term project financing for a hybrid solar and battery storage project in Saldus, Latvia. Once operational, it will be among
In Latvia, renewable energy sources account for a significant portion of the country''s electricity generation, with a target of 57% by 2030 [1]. Hydroelectric power is the
The solar parks will be located in Valmiera, Krāslava, Madona, and Saldus municipalities, and will integrate solar photovoltaic systems with wind power and battery
Solar battery backup storage systems are becoming an increasingly popular addition to home solar power setups. These systems provide a reliable
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In Latvia, renewable energy sources account for a significant portion of the country''s electricity generation, with a target of 57% by
The project combines a 65 MW solar PV plant and a 46 MW battery energy storage system, supporting Latvia''s renewable energy and grid flexibility goals. The
Energy Demand and Grid Situation in Republic of Latvia Latvia''s electricity grid is well developed and integrated with the Baltic regional system through AST (Augstsprieguma tīkls).
SUNOTEC acquires 400 MWp solar-plus-600 MWh storage project in Latvia, targeting grid connection by 2027 and bolstering the country''s expanding clean-energy ambitions.
Wholesale Off-Grid Inverters PV System? An off-grid solar system, also known as off-the-grid or standalone, is a photovoltaic system that has no access to the utility grid. For
Future Prospects for Latvia''s Renewable Energy Sector and Solar Battery Use The future for renewable energy in Latvia looks bright. The government has set its sights on
Variable Renewable Energy Sources (vRES, solar PV and wind)1 capacity in Latvia has grown from 100 MW in 2022 to over 420 MW in 2024 (Figure 1). The huge interest from
Latvia is taking a major leap forward in its renewable energy transition with the development of a hybrid 65 MW solar park and a 92 MWh battery energy storage system
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Local authorities are responsible for municipal energy supply and renewable energy projects, with Latvia’s energy transition guided by the National Energy and Climate Plan and the Energy Strategy 2050.
The most recent update regarding BESS installations is that in Tume and Rēzekne, Latvia’s transmission system operator “Augstsprieguma tīkli” (AST) in June 2025 installed battery energy storage systems with a combined capacity of 80 MW and 160 MWh, which will undergo testing until October 2025.
Latvia’s Energy Strategy 2050 outlines major changes in renewable energy production and storage, with significant investments planned in wind, solar, biomass, and biogas, as well as in energy storage technologies like batteries and subsurface systems to ensure supply stability .
Hydroelectric power is the main source of renewable electricity in Latvia, followed by solar, wind and biomass cogeneration plants. In 2024, solar power in Latvia grew over 3.1 times to 6.7% of total electricity, becoming the third-largest source, while wind reached a record 38 GWh and hydropower, despite a 16% drop, still provided 54%.