Carolina Novac
This was announced by Carolina Novac, State Secretary at the Ministry of Energy.
Reducing imports
One of the main objectives of energy policy is to reduce Moldova’s dependence on energy imports and to develop a more flexible, interconnected energy system, increasingly based on low-emission energy sources.
In line with the objectives of the Energy Strategy up to 2050, the share of imports in energy demand is to be reduced from 77 per cent in 2023 to 40 per cent by 2050, whilst the share of electricity in final energy consumption is estimated to increase from 12 per cent to 65 per cent. At the same time, Moldova is seeking to expand its electricity interconnections with Romania and Ukraine and to increase the share of electricity generation from carbon-free sources.
Renewable sources
‘The Republic of Moldova is undergoing a profound transformation of its energy sector. For us, this transformation means not only energy security, but also new opportunities for investment and business development. The expansion of renewable energy use, the development of energy storage capacity, the modernisation of grids and the liberalisation of markets are creating conditions in which private investment can play an increasingly important role,” said Carolina Novac.
The State Secretary noted that the renewable energy sector is one of the fastest-growing areas. By the end of July 2026, the installed capacity for electricity generation from renewable sources had reached 1,119.18 MW.
“The results of the second renewable energy auction confirm investor interest. Seven winning bids were selected for 170 MW of wind power capacity and 162.5 MWh of energy storage systems (BESS). The investment attracted is estimated at approximately €250 million, and the weighted average price following the auction is €62.04/MWh,” said Carolina Novac.
Energy storage systems
Currently, around 210 MWh of energy storage system (BESS) capacity is in operation in the Republic of Moldova, whilst the long-term demand for such systems is estimated at approximately 1,200 MWh. Various support mechanisms have been introduced to encourage investment in energy storage systems, including installations for households and small and medium-sized enterprises. At the same time, legislation adopted in 2026 provides for VAT refunds on investments in BESS and the reduction of customs duties on lithium-ion batteries used in storage systems to zero.
Development of energy markets
Another pillar of the sector’s transformation is the development of electricity markets. In December 2025, the Day-Ahead Market and the Intraday Market were launched, and the next task is to increase liquidity and bring trading mechanisms closer to those used in European Union markets.
Infrastructure
Strengthening the electricity transmission infrastructure remains a priority. The construction of the 400 kV Vulcănești–Chișinău high-voltage line, approximately 158 km in length, as well as the modernisation of power stations, SCADA systems and electricity metering systems, are among the key projects for integrating the Republic of Moldova into the regional market.
At the same time, preparations are underway for new interconnections, including the 400 kV Bălți–Suceava line, which is expected to increase the capacity for electricity exchange with Romania. Investments are also planned for the modernisation of power stations and infrastructure operated by Moldelectrica.
Simplification of procedures
The Ministry of Energy is also seeking to streamline administrative processes for energy projects, including by digitising and integrating authorisation procedures into the government’s EVO portal. The concept provides for a single point of access, the parallel execution of independent procedures, monitoring of stages and deadlines, and the interoperability of systems used by public authorities and network operators.
“We want investors to have clear rules, predictable procedures and easier access to information. The digitisation of permits and the development of market rules more in line with European practice are part of these changes,” said Carolina Novac.
This story was translated with the assistance of artificial intelligence.The translation was also reviewed by the Logos Press editorial team.
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