Deborah Ross and Mike Lawler, co-chairs of the Moldova Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives, introduced a bill titled the “Promoting Oversight of Moldova’s Energy Sustainability Act” (POWER Moldova Act of 2026).
The proposed bill aims to expand cooperation between Moldovan and U.S. authorities in the energy sector, monitor progress in the implementation of energy infrastructure projects, and promote the exchange of technology and expertise, including in the field of renewable energy.
The Chisinau authorities welcomed the initiative and called it a clear signal of Washington’s political support for strengthening Moldova’s energy security.
According to the bill’s authors, it is part of the bipartisan support the U.S. provides to the Republic of Moldova and reflects recognition of the country’s progress in diversifying its energy sources in recent years.
Over the past few years, Moldova has significantly reduced its dependence on Russian energy imports by accelerating its integration into the European energy market and diversifying its supply sources amid the energy crisis triggered by Russia’s war against Ukraine.
The United States remains one of Chisinau’s key partners in the energy sector. U.S. support has facilitated the implementation of interconnection projects with Romania, including the future 400-kV Strășeni-Ghutițani power line, for which a $130 million grant is expected to be allocated.
It has also supported initiatives aimed at developing new power generation capacity. For example, last year a memorandum of understanding was signed with U.S. companies to develop a gas-fired power plant with a total capacity of about 100 MW; the project will help increase the resilience of the power system and reduce dependence on imports.
