This article explores the current state of solar energy in North Macedonia, the opportunities for growth, and the challenges that must be addressed to maximize its potential. . North Macedonia is launching a landmark initiative to install solar panels on public buildings as part of a new, comprehensive energy overhaul law. This strategic move aims to tackle growing energy demands, accelerate the nation's transition to renewable energy, and critically, ensure the long-term. . The Oslomej solar park, built on a former lignite open pit mining site, is already partly operational and will have an installed capacity of 120 MW when fully completed. There are also a series of auctions for solar power investments to ensure more solar PV projects in the pipeline. However. . The annual construction plan for energy projects for 2025 envisages the installation of power plants with a capacity of 1,265 MW, according to Minister of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources Sanja Božinovska. What are the key milestones North Macedonia. . Historically reliant on coal and gas for electricity, North Macedonia has committed to phasing out coal by 2027 and aims to achieve 38% renewable energy consumption by 2030 as part of its National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP). Projects like the Oslomej solar park, developed on a former lignite. . The commitment of North Macedonia to, and its application of, the political principles stated in Article 1 of the Agreement Establishing the Bank has continued since the adoption of the previous Country Strategy, in line with its efforts towards implementation of the comprehensive EU reform agenda.