Enevo to Build Romania's Largest Solar Park for Unigea

May 9, 2025 09:16 AM ET
  • Enevo Group to build Romania's largest east-west solar park, transforming a former coal site into a green energy hub for Unigea Solar Projects.

Enevo Group has been contracted to construct an 85-MW solar photovoltaic park for Unigea Solar Projects GmbH in Romania. The agreement was finalized at the Intersolar Europe event, with Enevo serving as the general contractor. The Helios Arad PV park will be the largest east-west-oriented solar power complex in Eastern Europe, covering construction, operations, and maintenance.

The solar farm will be built on a 68-hectare site near the former CED Arad coal-fired power plant, utilizing the area previously used for ash disposal. Unigea Solar Projects Romania acquired the project in early 2024, marking its first solar farm in the country.

What makes the Helios Arad PV park significant in Eastern Europe's solar industry?

  • Largest east-west-oriented solar power complex in Eastern Europe, optimizing energy capture throughout the day.
  • Utilizes a 68-hectare site, repurposing land previously used for ash disposal, contributing to land reclamation and environmental restoration.
  • Represents a significant investment in renewable energy infrastructure in Romania, enhancing the country's energy mix and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
  • Marks Unigea Solar Projects GmbH's entry into the Romanian market, potentially paving the way for further investments and developments in the region.
  • Contributes to Romania's renewable energy targets and commitments under the European Union's climate goals.
  • Demonstrates the potential for transforming former industrial sites into productive renewable energy assets.
  • Enhances local employment opportunities during construction and operational phases, boosting the regional economy.
  • Sets a precedent for future large-scale solar projects in Eastern Europe, encouraging similar developments in neighboring countries.