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Lithuania, Latvia, and Germany agree on assessing the possibilities of an offshore interconnection
The energy ministers of Lithuania, Latvia, and Germany today in Paris signed a joint declaration of intent on cross border renewable electricity capacity and infrastructure. The Lithuanian (Litgrid), Latvian (Augstsprieguma tīkls), and German (50Hertz) electricity transmission system operators agreed to assess [...]
Haskoning to design offshore wind farms in Estonia and Latvia
Haskoning and the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia have signed a contract. Haskoning will carry out the design phase for the ELWIND offshore wind project, spanning over the next three years. Advancing offshore wind development with integrated support ELWIND is [...]
ELWIND launches marine mammal study in the Estonia–Latvia offshore wind area
ELWIND has signed a contract with 3BIRD OÜ to carry out a comprehensive marine mammal study in the development areas of the Estonia–Latvia offshore wind project. The aim of the study is to gather the best possible baseline information on grey seals, [...]
ELWIND signs the contract for the offshore wind farm Pre-FEED, Conceptual Design Engineering and Technical design
ELWIND has signed a contract with Haskoning Nederland B.V. for conducting the study, as well as for developing the initial technical design (Pre‑FEED), the conceptual design, and the technical design for the ELWIND offshore wind farms in Estonia and Latvia. The aim of [...]
Meeting with minister on Nordic-Baltic energy cooperation
On 4 February, representatives of the Nordic Council of Ministers’ Office in Latvia met with Kaspars Melnis, Minister for Climate and Energy. The meeting brought together Nina Hvid Enevoldsen, Director of the Office, and Gints Janums, Energy and Sustainability Advisor, alongside [...]
US Congress approves USD 200 million for Baltic military assistance
On 3 February 2026, the US Congress took an important decision for European and Baltic security by approving USD 200 million funding for the continuation of the Baltic Security Initiative in 2026, aimed at reinforcing the defence capabilities of the Baltic states and deepening defence [...]
Commission increases submarine cable security with €347 million investment and new toolbox
Submarine data cables, carrying 99% of intercontinental internet traffic, are essential for modern life and the European economy. As the EU faces increasing risks to this critical infrastructure, the European Commission is intensifying efforts to enhance its security and resilience. It [...]
Vattenfall Energy Barometer: Europeans optimistic about the energy transition
Across Europe, consumers are optimistic towards the energy transition yet almost everyone wishes for stronger governmental support. Many value a climate-friendly lifestyle but there is a gap between countries. Also, every second consumer would be willing to pay more for fossil-free [...]
Energy leaders from Europe and the United States will convene in Riga to address Baltic regional energy security
On Wednesday, February 11, the University of Latvia House of Science will host the Baltic region's largest energy conference, “Navigating Energy Pathways for the Baltic Sea Region.” The event will bring together high-level policymakers and industry experts from the Baltic States, [...]
Commission increases submarine cable security with €347 million investment and new toolbox
Submarine data cables, carrying 99% of intercontinental internet traffic, are essential for modern life and the European economy. As the EU faces increasing risks to this critical infrastructure, the European Commission is intensifying efforts to enhance its security and resilience. Yesterday, [...]
Commission opens in-depth foreign subsidies investigation into Goldwind’s activities in the EU wind sector
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess, under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation ('FSR'), the activities of Goldwind Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ('Goldwind') in the production and sale of wind turbines and the provision of related services within [...]
NATO DIANA UniLab Defence accelerator site in Latvia welcomes its first cohort
On January 22 the official opening ceremony of the NATO DIANA UniLab Defence acceleration site in Latvia will take place in Riga. This will also be the opening demo day for six startups from Canada, Slovenia, Norway, and the United Kingdom [...]
ENTSO-E closes 2025 with a successful programme of achievements and looks forward to the new Annual Work Programme for 2026
In 2025, ENTSO-E delivered a comprehensive set of legally mandated activities that reinforces its role in supporting the secure and efficient operation of Europe’s power system. In total, 96.3% of projected deliveries under the AWP 2025 were successfully completed. Key achievements of 2025 [...]
Why the Baltic Sea moved to the centre of Europe’s energy map
As Europe’s energy landscape evolves new strategic hotspots for resilience and growth are emerging, notably the Baltic Sea. The countries of the Baltic Sea region and Central and Eastern Europe have built their energy policies around security of supply for many [...]
Nine bat species have been identified along the Kurzeme coast as a part of EIA
To assess the potential impact of the offshore wind park on bats, in March of 2025 the joint Estonian – Latvian project ELWIND signed an agreement with the Polish company “3Bird”, which has extensive experience and studied the impact of offshore [...]
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