Energy Transition in Central and Eastern Europe

Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries, often overshadowed by larger Western European projects, are crucial contributors to achieving the EU’s ambitious climate targets. Despite their historical reliance on Russian fossil fuels and an energy landscape shaped by legacy infrastructure, these nations have made significant progress in renewable energy adoption and green investment.

Their ongoing efforts highlight the region’s resilience, adaptability, and vital role in Europe’s collective journey toward a sustainable and secure energy future.

As part of the preparation for the upcoming Go Net Zero Energy event in Budapest in 2025, which will focus on green transition, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, the Globuc team examined the progress made in eight CEE countries since the inception of the Green Deal program in 2019 and outlined future goals.

The countries included in this research are Poland, Czechia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Slovenia, and Slovakia.