Energy Law at Montenegro
Here’s a concise overview of Energy Law in Montenegro:
⚖️ Overview of Energy Law in Montenegro
Montenegro’s energy sector is regulated to ensure security of supply, market liberalization, integration with the European Union (EU) energy market, and promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency.
🗂 Key Legislation and Regulatory Framework
Energy Law (Zakon o energetici)
The primary legal framework governing energy production, transmission, distribution, supply, and consumption.
Harmonized with the EU Energy Acquis as part of Montenegro’s EU accession process.
Regulates licensing, market functioning, and consumer protection.
Includes provisions for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and environmental protection.
Law on Renewable Energy Sources
Promotes the use and development of renewable energy (hydro, solar, wind, biomass).
Sets targets and incentives for renewable energy producers.
Facilitates grid connection and feed-in tariffs or premium support schemes.
Law on Energy Efficiency
Establishes measures for improving energy efficiency in buildings, industry, and public sector.
Implements EU directives on energy efficiency.
Law on Electricity Market
Defines market organization, roles of market participants, and rules for market operation.
Enables electricity market liberalization and third-party access to networks.
🏛 Regulatory Authorities
Energy Regulatory Agency (ERA)
Independent authority responsible for licensing, tariff setting, market monitoring, and consumer protection.
Ministry of Economy
Responsible for overall energy policy and strategy.
⚡ Market Structure and Liberalization
Montenegro has liberalized its electricity market following EU standards.
Independent Power Producers (IPPs) operate alongside state-owned utility.
Transmission system operator (CGES) manages grid operations and market balancing.
Consumers have the right to choose their electricity supplier.
🌿 Renewable Energy and Environmental Focus
Montenegro aims to increase the share of renewables in its energy mix, focusing on hydro, wind, and solar.
Incentives include feed-in tariffs and premium schemes.
Projects undergo environmental impact assessments aligned with EU standards.
🔋 Licensing and Compliance
Energy companies must obtain licenses for generation, transmission, distribution, and supply.
ERA regulates licensing procedures and monitors compliance.
Emphasis on safety, environmental standards, and consumer rights.
🌍 International Integration
Montenegro is part of the Energy Community Treaty, aiming to integrate with the EU internal energy market.
Committed to EU directives on energy, renewables, and climate change.
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