According to her, the level of energy consumption in Moldova is much higher than the European average.
“We are neither an oil-producing nor a gas-producing state. It is absolutely natural to strive for a policy aimed at reducing energy consumption and to maintain this course until 2030,” the secretary of state said.
In her opinion, the course to reduce consumption and develop “green” energy becomes not only strategic, but also vital: “And against the backdrop of the international crisis, achieving this goal becomes even more important.
Karolina Novak emphasized that the authorities have set themselves an ambitious goal – to bring
the share of renewable energy sources to 30% by 2030. This figure has already increased from 3% four years ago to 25% in 2025. In parallel, it is planned to reduce energy consumption by 1,800 ktep and ensure annual energy efficiency growth of 3%, including through the modernization of public institutions.
Special attention is paid to energy efficiency programs in the residential sector. Thus, the Energy Efficiency Fund envisages modernization of about 3,200 apartment buildings. This is expected to reduce utility costs by up to 50% and at the same time create new jobs – up to 22 per building after its renovation, according to the International Energy Agency. The projects involve not only thermal insulation of housing, but also the installation of solar panels, heat pumps, energy storage systems and charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.
