Slovenia to roll out electricity sharing framework to better monetize rooftop solar surplus

Slovenia is preparing to introduce a new electricity sharing model aimed at making better use of surplus power from private generation systems, particularly rooftop solar. Rather than exporting unused electricity to the grid without direct financial or practical benefit, the framework would allow participants to allocate excess production to other users through contractual arrangements.

How the sharing model would work

Under the proposed system, households and small producers could assign excess electricity to one or more recipients via contracts. Recipients do not need to be located in the same area, meaning electricity generated in one part of Slovenia could be administratively assigned to consumers anywhere in the country.

The mechanism is designed to improve utilization of surplus renewable energy and reduce waste during periods when solar output exceeds self-consumption. Importantly, it does not require physical movement of electricity between users. Instead, it operates through accounting within the power network: injected electricity is tracked and assigned to selected consumers.

Bill impact and settlement timing

Recipients of shared electricity would be able to reduce the energy portion of their electricity bills. Network charges and other regulated fees would still apply based on the actual amount of electricity drawn from the grid.

Settlement would occur in 15-minute intervals. If a recipient does not consume the full allocated amount during an interval, any unused portion would automatically be transferred to the recipient’s electricity supplier.

Rules for selling surplus and eligibility limits

Producers participating in the scheme could sell surplus electricity at freely agreed prices. Alternatively, they could transfer it under non-commercial arrangements to relatives, friends, or other users.

Participation will require formal registration and notification of both distribution system operators and electricity suppliers. Authorities plan to open registration in June, with full implementation expected to begin in July.

The framework also includes restrictions that may limit who can benefit. Large companies and entities using electricity sharing as a commercial activity would face certain limitations. In addition, producers already enrolled in Slovenia’s annual net-metering scheme would only be allowed to act as energy providers; they would not be eligible to receive shared electricity.