Dobrun & Sadova solar project, Romania

Name of the Project
Dobrun & Sadova solar project.
Location
Dolj and Olt counties, southern Romania.
Project Owner/s
Renewable-energy solutions provider Scatec, which will own 65% of the equity in the projects; Defic Globe will hold the remaining 35%.
Project Description
The project entails the development of two solar operations with a combined capacity of 190 MW.
The projects are supported by a 15-year contract-for-defence with Opcom, the Romanian electricity market operator, covering about 70% of the estimated production. The remaining production will be sold in the Romanian wholesale electricity market.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
€121-million, which will be financed using nonrecourse project debt and equity, with a leverage of about 70%.
Planned Start/End Date
The project reached financial close in February 2026. Commercial operation is expected in the second half of 2027.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Defic Globe (engineering, procurement and construction services); and Scatec (procure key components corresponding to about 35% of total capital expenditure.
Contact Details for Project Information
Scatec, tel +47 480 85 500 or post@scatec.com.
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