Following the approval of the updated letter of expectations by the Ministry of Energy, the new EPSO-G energy group of companies will have clear and even broader areas of responsibility. Key priorities include enabling the green energy transition, international interconnections, strengthening resilience and security, and ensuring the flexibility of the electricity system.
“The synchronisation of the Baltic States’ and continental Europe’s electricity networks has enabled us to achieve a fundamental goal of Lithuania's energy independence. The updated letter of expectations aims to continue the transformation and integration of the energy system and to increase the focus on system flexibility and adequacy. It also aims to utilize the Group's competencies in Lithuanian security and defense projects and strengthen the physical and cyber security of the energy system. The directions set out in the letter of expectations are in line with the EPSO-G Group's new energy strategy for 2035,” says Robertas Vyšniauskas, Chairman of the Board of EPSO-G.
National security
The Ministry of Energy pays particular attention to the resilience of critical infrastructure. There are plans to strengthen physical and cyber infrastructure protection. In view of the military and hybrid threats in our region, there are plans to install unmanned aircraft detection systems and physical barriers, strengthen cyber security, and ensure the availability of human and material resources.
The role of EPSO-G in ensuring national security is also emphasized – the Group is already participating in the implementation of the Lithuanian-German artillery factory project in Baisogala. The Group is expected to show leadership and expand its activities and expertise in the defense industry by investing in security and defense industry projects that are important to the state and in line with national interests.
International connections and networks
One of the most important projects - the implementation of the Harmony Link electricity interconnection with Poland. Efforts are also being made to strengthen the interconnections between Lithuania and Latvia and to reach a decision on the implementation of the Baltic Hub offshore interconnection with Germany and the conditions for the project's implementation.
There are expectations to increase international gas flows from the Klaipėda liquefied natural gas terminal towards Central Europe and Ukraine. Measures will also be taken to ensure the development of a pure hydrogen network in the Nordic and Baltic countries and the implementation of hydrogen development.
These projects are important not only for achieving greater integration with the European Union (EU) electricity and gas markets, but also for strengthening the reliability of the system and creating conditions for the development of renewable energy sources (RES), green transformation, and increasing the country's competitiveness.
Energy green transformation and system flexibility
The power outage in Spain and Portugal on 28 April 2025 showed that even smart energy systems are not immune to stability challenges. Therefore, in implementing the green transition, it is necessary not only to expand production, but also to strengthen reliable, flexible, and secure transmission networks.
It is planned that by 2028, electricity generation capacity based on renewable energy sources in Lithuania will reach at least 8 GW, so the EPSO-G group must strive for leadership in integrating renewable energy generation capacity and managing energy flows. The Group will actively seek to ensure optimal transmission infrastructure development, sector integration, and flexibility of the electricity system. Dynamic transmission tariffs will also be assessed and the geological structure of Syderiai will be analysed in order to evaluate long-term energy storage possibilities.
The Ministry of Energy expects EPSO-G to actively contribute to the development of green gas infrastructure by utilizing the existing natural gas infrastructure for the development of biomethane and creating a new green hydrogen ecosystem. The Group is also expected to conduct studies to assess the possibilities of transporting hydrogen, synthetic green gas, and CO₂, submit proposals, and make decisions that will create the highest added value for Lithuania.
“The updated Letter of Expectations clearly identifies both ongoing and new areas of responsibility for the EPSO-G group, which is a sign that the Group's competencies are trusted not only in the field of energy, but also in the field of national security and the defense industry. The current geopolitical situation only confirms that the resilience of the energy system and national security are closely related areas. We are undoubtedly continuing our work on strategic new energy interconnection projects that will increase integration and reliability and unlock the potential of renewable energy sources across the region. This is in line with our strategic vision for 2035 – to ensure a smart, secure, and flexible energy system, contributing to the green transition and strengthening national security,” says Mindaugas Keizeris, CEO of EPSO-G.
The EPSO-G Group consists of the management company EPSO-G and six directly controlled subsidiaries: Amber Grid, Baltpool, Energy Cells, EPSO-G Invest, Litgrid, and Tetas. EPSO-G and the Group companies also hold shares in GET Baltic, Rheinmetall Defence Lietuva, Baltic RCC OÜ, and TSO Holding AS. The rights and obligations of the sole shareholder of EPSO-G are exercised by the Ministry of Energy.
For more information about the expectations for EPSO-G and the Group companies, see the Letter of Expectations.