In the first seven months of this year, Montenegro’s electricity sector recorded 265 GWh of losses across the distribution and transmission networks, costing around 27 million euros to cover.
In the distribution network, technical losses amounted to 189.3 GWh, representing 10.05% of energy transmitted. The cost to purchase electricity to cover these losses was approximately 19 million euros, procured under a contract signed in late 2024 for 2025 supplies at 104.15 €/MWh.
Transmission system losses totaled 76.11 GWh, with a cost of 7.99 million euros. The loss percentage in transmission was 1.58%, with transit-related losses expected to remain similar to the previous year.
In 2024, total losses were higher: 328.4 GWh in distribution and 143.23 GWh in transmission, costing about 32 million euros and 18.8 million euros, respectively. Distribution network losses were 10.51%, while transmission losses were 1.56%. Over the years, distribution losses have declined from 13.1% in 2019 to 10.51% in 2024.
CEDIS emphasized that reducing energy losses is a key business priority, as losses reflect operational efficiency and service quality. Only technical losses approved by the Energy Regulatory Agency are reimbursed; commercial losses are borne by CEDIS.
Electricity for covering distribution losses in 2024 was purchased at 100.59 €/MWh, totaling just under 32 million euros. Transmission system losses, mostly technical and unavoidable, cost 18.76 million euros. Transit-related losses of 33.35 GWh generated 5.33 million euros in revenue from other operators, offsetting costs for transmission users. The 1.55% loss rate in Montenegro’s transmission system compares favorably with other European interconnections, reflecting efficient network management.
