The rollout of one of Montenegro’s key renewable energy projects has entered a decisive stage, as state-owned power utility EPCG confirmed that the initial turbine at the Gvozd wind farm has begun trial operations and is already delivering electricity to the national network.
This milestone follows the commissioning of supporting infrastructure, including the Gvozd substation, upgrades at the Krnovo substation, and the connection line linking the two sites. With these elements in place, the first of eight turbines has now been activated, each designed to contribute significantly to the country’s renewable output.
The unit currently in operation has a capacity of 7 MW and has successfully injected its first electricity into the system. The full wind farm, once completed, is expected to reach a total installed capacity of 54.6 MW and generate around 150 GWh annually. The project has been backed financially by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which provided an €82 million loan.
In the coming days, additional turbines will be brought online step by step, gradually bringing the facility to full production. A formal inauguration ceremony is planned for mid-May.
Company officials highlighted the broader significance of the project, describing it as a major step toward strengthening domestic renewable generation and enhancing system stability. They also emphasized its technological importance, noting that the site features one of the largest onshore wind turbines in Europe.
With the project nearing completion, EPCG sees the Gvozd wind farm as a cornerstone in its strategy to modernize the energy sector and accelerate the transition toward cleaner electricity sources, reinforcing Montenegro’s long-term energy security and sustainability goals.
