AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEU Climate & Industry: Bulgaria is pushing the EU to review how the Emissions Trading System (ETS) affects energy-intensive firms, while calling for faster investment in electricity grids, storage and infrastructure digitalisation. Energy Security & Infrastructure: Bulgaria and Greece plan a joint strategic document to speed up Southeast Europe’s energy market integration, tied to progress on the Vertical Gas Corridor and the region’s wider push for reliable, sustainable supply. EU Clean-Tech Supply Risks: A new EU ban on “high-risk” PV inverters and power-conversion systems from China and other countries is drawing warnings that it could slow solar and storage rollouts in Central and Eastern Europe, including Bulgaria. Biodiversity & Nature: An international biodiversity conference opened in Plovdiv, spotlighting conservation and research priorities for Bulgaria and the region. Governance & Water/Heat Services: The Ombudsman reports a sharp rise in complaints, with recurring issues around water, electricity and district heating—problems that tend to spike seasonally. Housing & SDG 11: A new SDG 11 housing snapshot highlights rising housing costs and shortages, adding pressure to Bulgaria’s cities and communities.
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