Maia Sandu
The head of state noted that, despite a relatively favorable summer in Moldova with moderate temperatures and precipitation, the drought affecting the European continent, as well as falling water levels, are having a negative impact on electricity generation and water supply.
“The government will do everything possible to mitigate the effects of these crises, but it is important to understand that there are no magic solutions. If it does not rain soon and the region’s power plants are unable to resume full-scale operations, the situation will become even more difficult,” Maia Sandu stated on the Jurnal Politic podcast.
The president urged citizens to reduce electricity consumption during peak hours, when the cost of purchasing electricity is highest, and, where possible, to shift energy-intensive processes to periods with lower rates. According to her, otherwise, rising costs will inevitably be reflected in rates for all consumers.
Speaking about water resources, Maia Sandu also urged the country’s residents to use water sparingly and to refrain from using it where it is not an absolute necessity.
“I understand that many people need water not only for household purposes but also for irrigating crops. People have put in the work and are counting on a good harvest. But we can still conserve water. It’s one thing to water vegetables, and quite another to water lawns, which can wait. If Chisinau were to run out of water for even a few days, it would be a real disaster. I hope it doesn’t come to that,” the head of state emphasized.
Maia Sandu also stated that Moldova needs to strengthen its energy resilience and continue to secure the most favorable conditions for its citizens. At the same time, she noted, instability will persist both in the energy sector and in the international situation.
“We live in a world that is becoming increasingly unpredictable. We need to strengthen our resilience and be prepared for any challenges,” the president concluded.
As a reminder, another power shortage is expected in Moldova on the evening of Wednesday, August 5. The shortage is caused by increased consumption due to hot weather, reduced power generation at certain power plants in the region, and lower water levels in the Danube, which affect their operation.
