Constructing renewable energy plants in Romania requires municipal planning approvals, an Installation License from ANRE, environmental clearances, and an approved technical solution study (Aviz Tehnic de Racordare - ATR) from the electricity distributor. Post-construction, a generation license and compliance certificate are also mandatory.

Typically, acquiring permits and completing construction for medium-sized plants in Romania takes around two years. Purchasing a project at the "Ready to Build" stage can significantly reduce this timeline.

Depending on plant capacity and voltage, connections are managed by either the Transmission System Operator or one of the five regional Distribution System Operators.

A technical solution study is conducted to evaluate grid connection feasibility, technical specifications, and related costs. Any required grid upgrades typically fall under the responsibility of the project owner.

Land for renewable energy projects can be acquired either through direct purchase or long-term lease agreements.

Renewable energy plants cannot be constructed on agricultural lands exceeding certain quality standards or within specific protected zones like Natura 2000 sites.

Transmission line corridors typically involve agreements with local authorities or negotiations with private landowners for purchase or lease arrangements.

Energy produced can be traded through the Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Intraday Market (IM), bilateral contracts, or directly to consumers connected to the generation site.

Yes, renewable energy producers can sell electricity through bilateral contracts directly with authorized electricity suppliers.

Romania operates a balancing market, participation is optional, but imbalance costs generally fall upon the project owner.

No, Romania does not currently offer feed-in tariffs for renewable energy.

Yes, market participation incurs annual fees (around €10,000, depending on plant size). Additionally, ANRE charges an annual fee of approximately 0.1% of net energy sales revenue.

Plants over 5 MW pay a transmission fee regulated by ANRE, averaging around €7 per MWh.

Yes, certain EU-funded programs, such as the Modernization Fund, provide non-refundable grants for renewable energy projects, subject to specific application procedures and criteria.