Powering a Sustainable Future
ZELENA is a renewable energy developer focused on advancing the global energy transition in Central and Southeastern Europe. We specialize in the development, financing, and operation of solar, wind, and battery storage projects, working closely with leading experts to deliver sustainable, high-impact projects.
Our mission is to build a pure-play renewable energy platform that contributes to the decarbonization of the region while offering sustainable returns to our investors.
ZELENA Overview and Core Capabilities
Development
In-house expertise covering comprehensive project development across solar, wind, and battery storage technologies. Our team conducts detailed technical assessments, land feasibility studies, and manages complex permitting processes in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and surrounding regions.
Financing and Structuring
Strategic financial engineering with a network of international and domestic partners, including leading European banks, investment funds, and private equity firms. We design innovative financing structures that optimize project economics, risk management, and investor returns.
Construction and Operations
Advanced project management capabilities with a proven track record of delivering utility-scale renewable energy infrastructure on time and within budget. Our experienced team ensures rigorous quality control, safety standards, and long-term operational performance across our growing portfolio.
Why Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Strategic Location with High RES Potential
  • Exceptional Solar and Wind Resources: The Adriatic region enjoys strong and stable winds in addition to up to 35% more sunlight compared to Central Europe, creating ideal conditions for both solar and wind power generation.
  • Integration with EU Electricity Markets: Fully connected to the European power grid, ensuring stable access to energy markets.
  • EU Membership and Funding Access: Croatia is an EU member, while Bosnia and Herzegovina's EU candidate status boosts the region's investment potential.
Investment Highlights
  • Predictable regulatory frameworks support long-term investments in renewables.
  • EU funding programs promote clean energy projects.
  • Strong local support and partnerships for smooth project development and permitting.
Renewable Energy Growth Potential
  • Regional targets for 2030 set by the EU require significant investments in renewables.
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina is rapidly expanding its role as an electricity supplier for neighboring EU countries.
ZELENA Flagship Developments
ZELENA's project pipeline encompasses 8 renewable energy projects across Croatia, featuring a diverse mix of solar, wind, and battery storage installations. By combining solar photovoltaic (PV) parks, wind energy parks (WEP), and battery energy storage systems (BESS), we are creating a robust and flexible clean energy ecosystem.
Hybrid Park Brdovec CRO
10MWp | 20 MWh Storage | 95% Development | COD Feb 2026
Hybrid Park Bibinje CRO
44 MWp | 80MWh Storage | 70% Development | COD 2026
BESS Stankovci CRO
20 MWh Storage | 10 MW Grid Connection | 30% Development | COD 2026
WEP Morine BiH
450.0 MWp | 450 MWh Storage | 3 phases Wind Project | Early stage | COD 2029
ZELENA Project Pipeline
ZELENA's project pipeline encompasses 8 renewable energy projects across Croatia, featuring a diverse mix of solar, wind, and battery storage installations. The portfolio represents a total potential capacity of 610.9 MWp and 692.5 MWh of battery storage, with projects at various stages of development and planned completion between 2025 and 2029. These strategically selected projects demonstrate our commitment to accelerating Croatia's transition to clean, sustainable energy infrastructure.
Our project portfolio is carefully curated to maximize renewable energy potential, grid stability, and economic impact. By combining solar photovoltaic (PV) parks, wind energy parks (WEP), and battery energy storage systems (BESS), we are creating a robust and flexible clean energy ecosystem that addresses both generation and storage challenges.
Team and Track Record
Mirko Medenica
COO
Over a decade of experience in managing renewable energy projects from conception to completion. Specializes in project financing, cross-border energy investments, and large-scale solar and wind installations throughout Central Eastern Europe and the Adriatic region.
Mgr. Jan Kohout
CEO
Expert in capital raising, investment strategies, and strategic partnerships development. Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale energy infrastructure projects across multiple international markets.
Mgr. Lucie Kopečková
Senior Project Manager
Brings extensive experience in business administration and operations management to ZELENA, having successfully guided numerous renewable energy projects from initial planning through final execution.
Gabrijel Dužnović
Project Development Manager
Experienced manager of renewable energy and real estate projects with a portfolio exceeding €50 million in value. Key achievements include leadership of complex gasification power plant projects and strategic infrastructure investments.
ZELENA Associate Partners
Radoslav Štompf
Expert in Battery Storage and Energy Management Systems with 20+ years experience in energy management and optimization systems. Formerly a senior consultant at IPESOFT, Radoslav co-founded Smarten, where he led projects that delivered energy cost savings exceeding €10 million annually for large industrial clients.
Branislav Šafárik
Expert in Energy Optimization with Extensive experience in business development, worked for 5 years at the Slovak Guarantee and Development Bank and served as the General Director of the Slovak Business Agency. Involvement with the European Commission as Slovakia's SME Envoy and time in San Francisco's venture ecosystem.
Tonči Panza
Wind Energy Expert
Pioneering developer who contributed to over 90 MW of installed wind capacity in Croatia, including VE Rudine (34.2 MW) and VE Bruvno (45 MW). Created Croatia's first hybrid renewable energy plant integrating wind, solar, and green hydrogen production technologies.
Ing. Jiří Stich
Expert in Energy Communities and Smart Region development.Led numerous projects involving local energy communities, integrating renewables into urban areas and regional networks. Experience spans waste-to-energy solutions and designing smart city frameworks to optimize energy efficiency.
ZELENA Team Track Record
  • Biomass Excellence: Developed and managed 3 advanced biomass plants generating 15 MW electrical and 36 MW thermal output, demonstrating comprehensive expertise in sustainable bioenergy conversion technology.
  • Solar Innovation: Successfully delivered 4 strategic solar parks totaling 18 MW, including a groundbreaking corporate Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with a leading automotive manufacturer in the Czech Republic.
  • Wind Energy Leadership: Pioneered significant advancements in wind energy with over 90 MW of installed wind capacity through AWP, while actively developing next-generation hybrid solar-wind system technologies.
  • Energy Storage Solutions: Implemented cutting-edge energy management across over 52 MW of regulated cogeneration and industrial systems, enhanced by FUERGY's advanced Energy Management System (EMS) technology.
ZELENA Development and Execution Expertise
1
Land Acquisition and Permitting
Comprehensive understanding of local regulatory environments ensures smooth project approvals.
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Engineering and Design
Optimization of layout and technological solutions tailored to site conditions.
3
Construction
Extensive partnerships with local contractors and global equipment suppliers.
4
Operations
Continuous monitoring and maintenance to ensure maximum uptime and performance.
ZELENA Sustainability Impact
CO₂ Emission Reductions
Each project delivers significant carbon savings by displacing fossil fuel-based power generation.
Energy Independence
Supporting local communities through distributed renewable energy sources.
ESG Alignment
Projects comply with EU taxonomy and ESG reporting standards, creating value for investors and stakeholders.
ZELENA offers a dynamic, growth-driven investment opportunity in renewable energy. Our track record, combined with an extensive pipeline and expert team, positions us as a key player in the clean energy transition. We invite investors to join us in shaping a sustainable future.
Contact Us
Ready to be part of Croatia's energy revolution? Our team is eager to discuss how ZELENA can transform your energy strategy and help build a more sustainable future.
Get in Touch
Whether you're an energy provider, industrial consumer, investor, or policy maker, we welcome your inquiries about our flexible energy storage solutions.
Email: info@zelenapower.com | Phone: +420 608 150 283
Schedule a Consultation
Our energy experts are available to provide detailed information about implementation and technical specifications tailored to your specific needs.
Partnership Opportunities
Interested in strategic partnerships or investment opportunities with ZELENA ? Contact our business development team to explore collaboration possibilities.