# Dama Solar project and Romania energy transition > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dama-solar-project-development-in-romania > Updated: 2026-09-11T04:35:33.000Z. Sources: 54. Developments: 9. The Dama Solar project in northwestern Romania, managed by Rezolv Energy through West Power Investments, has secured final establishment authorization from the Romanian Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE). Spanning 1,064 hectares in Arad province, the facility is projected to have an installed capacity of roughly 1.24 GW to 1.3 GW. To support this initiative, Rezolv Energy is seeking financing from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to reduce fossil fuel dependency and stimulate the local economy. If completed, it is expected to become the largest solar farm in the European Union. As the sector expands, Romania is focusing on grid modernization and energy storage. Transelectrica is utilizing over 351 million lei from the Modernization Fund for digitalization projects. To mitigate risks from fluctuating production, the government is advancing financial support programs, including a proposed 400 million lei program for photovoltaic batteries and a prosumer support program. Additionally, two programs through the Modernization Fund totaling 650 million euros target public institutions for photovoltaic and battery installations, with applications scheduled to open on September 11, 2026. Industrial adoption is increasing. Dacia is investing 58.3 million lei in an 8.5 MW photovoltaic plant at its Mioveni factory, supported by 10 million lei in non-reimbursable European funds. This installation is expected to produce approximately 9,094 MWh of renewable electricity annually, covering about 8% of the plant's energy needs and reducing CO2 emissions by an estimated 5,565 tons per year. Furthermore, OMV Petrom has entered an EPC contract with Simtel Team to install a 20 MW / 40 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at its Ișalnița solar park in Dolj County to improve grid resilience. Market projections suggest Romania's total installed solar capacity, which was approximately 1.5 GW in 2023, is expected to exceed 3 GW by 2026. ## Claims - Transelectrica signed two financing contracts worth over 351 million lei with the Ministry of Energy. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The funding comes from the Modernization Fund and is intended for the digitalization and modernization of the National Electricity Transport Network. (corroborated by 3 sources) - One project involves optimizing the operation of overhead power lines through the DigiTEL Smart Lines online monitoring system. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The second project aims to increase voltage regulation quality at the Gutinaș station. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The total approved value is approximately 67 million euros, excluding VAT. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The European Commission approved the non-reimbursable funding for these two projects. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: GEK Terna secures €144.6 million energy project in Romania GEK Terna has signed a €144.6 million contract to develop high-voltage energy infrastructure in western Romania for PPC Renewables Romania. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gek-terna-secures-1446-million-energy-project-in-romania ### 2026-09-11: Dacia and OMV Petrom advance renewable energy projects in Romania Dacia and OMV Petrom are expanding renewable energy capabilities in Romania through new solar and battery storage projects. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-expands-solar-energy-capacity-through-major-new-projects ### 2026-09-09: Renewable energy firms expand battery storage and grid capacity in Spain and Romania Iberdrola awards 30 million euros in contracts for battery storage and grid upgrades in Spain, while Econergy launches a hybrid solar and battery storage project in Romania. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/renewable-energy-firms-expand-battery-storage-and-grid-capacity-in-spain-and-romania ### 2026-09-07: Romania expands retail networks and energy infrastructure Romania sees major retail expansion by Lidl and Penny, alongside significant energy infrastructure investments in gas pipelines and renewable energy funding for public institutions. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leroy-merlin-to-open-first-store-in-brila-romania ### 2026-09-02: Romania launches solar battery financing programs Romania is launching solar battery financing programs, including a 400 million lei initiative and subsidies of up to 15,000 lei for prosumers to encourage renewable energy storage. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-launches-solar-battery-financing-programs ### 2026-08-31: Romania advances energy grid modernization and solar storage Romania is advancing its energy sector through major grid modernization investments by Transelectrica, a growing solar energy and battery storage market, and significant energy efficiency upgrades in public HQs 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-expands-solar-energy-capacity-with-major-arad-project ### 2026-08-24: Romania expands renewable energy through solar and hydrogen projects Romania is accelerating its renewable energy transition through major solar projects, new green hydrogen legislation, and increased market activity in the photovoltaic sector. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/europe-faces-solar-supply-risks-as-romania-plans-largest-eu-solar-park ### 2026-08-23: European solar energy sector sees major projects and insolvency Romania moves closer to hosting the EU’s largest solar farm with the Dama Solar project, while Poland announces a major 722 MWp solar deal and Portugal’s largest solar plant operator files for insolvency. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dama-solar-project-nears-development-as-eus-largest-solar-farm ### 2026-08-18: Dama Solar project in Romania secures final permit for Europe's largest solar plant Romania's Dama Solar project, managed by Rezolv Energy, has secured final permits to become Europe's largest solar power plant, with full commercial operation expected by September 2030. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dama-solar-project-in-romania-secures-final-permit-for-europes-largest-solar-plant --- Cite as: Dama Solar project and Romania energy transition. 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