CMS Partners Highlight Investment Opportunities in CEE Renewable Energy Sector for 2026
CMS partners Munir Hassan and Thomas Hamerl highlighted significant investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector of Central and Eastern Europe during the CEE Energy Conference 2025. They emphasized the importance of interconnection with the EU electricity market and noted advancements in nuclear projects and data center developments across several countries, while also pointing out that improved regulatory frameworks and the European Union's Modernization Fund will attract private investment. Key factors influencing investment decisions include policy direction, project scalability, and legal advisory expertise.
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CMS partners Munir Hassan and Thomas Hamerl emphasized the investment potential in renewable energy and battery storage in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) during the CEE Energy Conference 2025. They noted that interconnection with the EU's electricity market will enhance the region's appeal to investors.
Key factors influencing investment decisions include policy direction, project scalability, and legal advisory expertise. Countries like Poland, Romania, and Bulgaria are advancing nuclear projects, while Slovenia, Croatia, and Austria are seeing data center developments.
The European Union's Modernization Fund is crucial for attracting private investment. Regulatory frameworks are improving, with Serbia set to launch an ancillary services market in January 2026. Solar and wind capacities are expected to grow significantly in Montenegro and Croatia, while Bulgaria's PV capacity surged to 5 GW. Investors prioritize legal clarity, grid stability, and timely permitting in their decision-making.
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