Progress Reported on Repairs at Chaira Pumped-Storage Power Plant in Bulgaria
FLOW CONTROL
Caretaker Energy Minister Traicho Traikov announced substantial progress on repairs at the Chaira Pumped-Storage Power Plant, with Hydro Unit 2 nearing completion and Hydro Unit 3 expected to resume operations in April. A contract for Hydro Unit 1 repairs is in place, while Hydro Unit 4 faces significant technical challenges. Traikov has requested a public roadmap for the restoration process.

Feb 22, 2026, 6:07 AM