During 2025, the Ministry of energy, mining and mineral resources implemented an intensive, institutional and transparent communication policy with the public and the media, simultaneously carrying out key reforms and projects in the energy and mining sector.
The Ministry issued over 250 press releases and information to the media, held regular briefings and maintained open communication with the journalists and the public, providing timely responses to all relevant questions and ensuring that the public was continuously informed about all important policies, decisions and results.
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Throughout 2025, minister Bozhinovska held over 700 working meetings, sessions and coordination activities with domestic and international partners, as part of the systematic approach to timely planning, alignment of activities and ensuring stability in the sector.
Within the Ministry, at the initiative of the minister, several advisory and coordination bodies for key areas were established for the first time, that convene regularly and provide expert guidance for strategic decision-making.
A special coordination body for timely and secure coordination in energy sector was established, as well as special advisory body for thermal energy, while Advisory body composed of eminent university professors actively worked on several topics of essential importance for the stability and the development of the national energy system.
„In conditions of dynamic global energy challenges, 2025 was a year of intensive, field and strategic work in energy and mining. Through strengthened institutional activity, broad involvement of the expert public and constant communication with all relevant stakeholders, the Ministry of energy, mining and mineral resources set clear foundations of order, stability and long-term development of the sector, with focus on transparency, responsible management and active energy diplomacy “, minister Bozhinovska emphasized.
In parallel, the Ministry maintained regular and continuous cooperation with all relevant state institutions, regulatory bodies and public enterprises, as well as with the chambers of commerce, the business community, NGO sector and the expert public, building an open and inclusive model of communication.
„Significant focus was also placed on energy diplomacy, whereby North Macedonia once again positioned itself as an equal partner wherever European energy policy is created, with active participation in regional and European initiatives and forums“, Bozhinovska highlighted.
During the year, regular field visits were carried out to energy and mining facilities across the country, aimed at direct insight into conditions, timely detection of challenges and decision-making based on real data and facts.
In addition, part of the activities that were in the focus of the Ministry of energy, mining and mineral resources:
ORDER IN CONTRUCTION OF ENERGY CAPACITIES
An Annual plan for the construction of energy facilities for 2025 was adopted for the first time, introducing order and clear priorities.
The Plan defines directions for building new facilities and strengthening energy grids.
This process is of particular importance for the country because it provides a concrete picture of the priorities in the development of energy capacities and enables strategic targeting of investments, ensuring stabile electricity supply and legal security for investors.
The Plan for 2025 includes 481 energy facility with a total capacity of 1.265 MW, all with proper documentation. Renewables dominate – over 812 MW solar and 426 MW wind capacities, as well as significant investments in storage of electricity.
RENEWABLE SOURCES AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
In 2025, about 40 million denars in premiums for photovoltaic production were paid, and a new Law on renewable energy sources, aligned with EU directives, is in procedure.
The market for guarantees of origin is operational, with over 122.000 guarantees issued. At the same time, amendments to the Law on energy efficiency were adopted, along with a three-year plan for the reconstruction of public buildings.
Fourteen public buildings, with total usable area of 102.992 m², housing 33 institutions used daily by more than 5000 people, will be renovated.
The goal is: reduced energy costs, improved working conditions, lower emissions, and a modernized public sector in line with European standards.
PROGRESS IN THE ENERGY COMMUNITY
North Macedonia marks significant progress in implementing the obligations from the Energy community, with growth in market integration (61%), supply security (41%) and institutional readiness (76%), positioning the country above or close to the regional average.
The change in the implementation status by areas:
• ⚡ Markets and market integration:
– 2024: 54% → 2025: 61%
• 🌱 Decarbonization of the energy sector:
– 2024: 49% → 2025: 50%
• 🔌 Supply security:
– 2024: 21% → 2025: 41%
• • 🏛 Institutional readiness:
– 2024: 74% → 2025: 76%
INTERCONNECTORS AND STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE
Gas interconnectors with Greece and Serbia are in focus, as well as the reactivation of the Thessaloniki-Skopje oil pipeline, strengthening energy security and supply diversification.
Construction of the gas line North Macedonia – Greece. • Total length: approx.123 км (66–68 км in North Macedonia). Initial capacity: 1,5 billion m³ annually, expendable to 3 billion m³/per year. Expected start of operation 2027.
Interconnector with Serbia – Planned length approx. 65–70 км (Klechovce — Vranje). Expected completion: 2027 година, with gas flow in 2028.
Oil pipeline with Greece. The Government decided to reopen the „Thessaloniki–Skopje“ pipeline. Capacity: 400.000 tons of diesel annually. This line was inactive for 12 years, with infrastructure that was left unused for many years.
SOCIAL SUPPORT AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
The sum of 42,3 million denars in subsidies were paid to vulnerable consumers, reducing electricity bills by 1.000 denars monthly, along with 170 million denars in subsidies for inverter air conditioners.
These measures aim to ensure accessible, secure, and socially just energy for citizens facing energy poverty, with special emphasis on people with disabilities and recipients of guaranteed minimum assistance.
The measures also include exemption from reconnection costs, priority handling of faults, as well as protection from disconnection during winter.
ENHANCED CONTROL AND RECORD INCOMES
In 2025, record concession fee collection of 931 million denars was achieved, which is 2,4 times more than the same period in 2024. Over 45 concessions were terminated due to non-compliance with laws, and digital drone monitoring for greater control and transparency was introduced.
LEGAL PROTECTION OF STATE INTERESTS
Through an active legal strategy, the Ministry reduced the value of the court cases against the state from 421,8 to 106,8 million denars, rejecting lawsuits worth 315 million denars, while also initiating lawsuits for debt collection.
LEGISLATION, HERITAGE AND INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION
New legal solutions for geology and mining were initiated, along with a process to protect the Macedonian ruby as national mineral heritage. Skopje hosted the 14th International Forum on Energy for sustainable development, with over 700 participants from 70 countries. The „Skopje Declaration“ has been signed, positioning the country on the global energy map.
The year 2025 was marked by order, reforms, results and complete transparency – with a clear commitment for the Ministry to remain open, responsible and accountable to the public and the media.
With regards,
Ministry of energy, mining and mineral resources