Slovenia approves new draft renewable energy law

The Slovenian government approved a new draft law promoting the use of renewable energy sources (ZSROVE-1) and transposing the EU Directive 2023/2413 into Slovenian law. In this regard, it regulates the roles of the state and municipalities in renewable energy policy, sets mandatory targets for the share of renewable energy and defines the measures to achieve these targets and their financing. In addition, the law covers energy origin certificates, self-sufficiency from renewable energy, the use of renewable energy and excess heat in the heating, cooling, and transport sectors, as well as the information and training of installers.

The objectives include reaching a 33 per cent share of renewable energy in final energy consumption by 2030. The support scheme will be implemented by Borzen, the Slovenian Electricity Market Operator, instead of the Slovenian Energy Agency. New support types are introduced, including investment incentives and operational support, and the support will cover not only electricity production but also heat production, cooling, biogas, biofuels and green hydrogen.

The renewable energy contribution will be calculated based on actual energy consumption, and exemptions for energy-intensive companies will continue after the current support scheme expires. The law also regulates the implementation of the new EU electricity market rules, particularly regarding PPA and CfD contracts.

In parallel, the Slovenian government also approved the inclusion of the LIFE project – Energy Efficiency Financing Hubs in the 2025–2028 National Development Program. The project aims to support financing of the green transition and increase energy efficiency. Under the project, Slovenia will establish a national energy efficiency financing hub, promoting cooperation between the state, banks and other financial institutions, and private capital in energy efficiency investments. The hub will serve as a centre for knowledge exchange, best practices, and the development of new financial mechanisms, organising workshops and consultations for various sectors.