Work has begun at the Clinical Psychiatric Hospital in Chișinău and the Diomid German Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery. The programme is being implemented with the support of the European Union, the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Government of Moldova as part of the ‘Energy Efficiency in Moldova’ (MEEP) project.
In the first phase, the refurbishment will cover the main building and the paediatric ward of the Clinical Psychiatric Hospital, as well as Building No. 2 of the Diomid German Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery. An official ceremony to mark the start of works took place today at the psychiatric hospital in Chișinău.
The project involves insulating the buildings, replacing windows and doors, modernising individual heating units, installing photovoltaic panels, as well as improving fire safety and accessibility for people with reduced mobility.
The value of the contracts for the works amounts to around €10 million for the Clinical Psychiatric Hospital and approximately €2 million for the Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery. A further €573,000 has been allocated for technical supervision of the works at both institutions.
“This is one of the largest energy efficiency programmes of its kind in Moldova. Bringing together ten hospitals of national importance into a single, coordinated refurbishment programme allows for a systematic approach to reducing energy consumption,” said Energy Minister Dorin Jungietu.
According to him, following the modernisation, energy consumption in these facilities is expected to fall by approximately 40 per cent. “In this way, we are moving from isolated measures to a comprehensive approach to energy efficiency, which simultaneously contributes to strengthening Moldova’s energy security,” the minister noted.
Health Minister Alexandru Gasnash emphasised that the refurbishment should improve conditions for patients and medical staff, as well as reduce hospitals’ energy costs. He also clarified that the work will be organised in such a way that the facilities continue to operate at full capacity and medical care is not interrupted.
The EU Ambassador to Moldova, Iwona Piorko, remarked: “European integration must be felt in people’s everyday lives, including through improvements to the quality of the public services they use. The modernisation of these hospitals means better conditions for patients and medical staff, whilst at the same time enhancing the efficiency and resilience of vital infrastructure. The EU Growth Plan for Moldova demonstrates how the country’s European path is bringing tangible improvements to people’s lives.”
EIB Vice-President Karl Nehammer, who oversees the bank’s operations in Moldova, emphasised that reliability and efficiency are particularly important for hospitals operating around the clock.
“Bringing these facilities into line with modern European standards means more efficient use of energy and the creation of hospitals that will be more efficient, more reliable and better prepared for future challenges,” he said.
The refurbishment of the Clinical Psychiatric Hospital is scheduled for completion in February 2028, and that of the Diomid German Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery in March 2028.
Preparations for the modernisation of the remaining eight hospitals are ongoing. The next stages of the procurement procedures are scheduled to begin in late 2026 and throughout 2027.
Overall, the ‘Energy Efficiency in Moldova’ project is scheduled to run until June 2029. In addition to the modernisation of hospitals, it provides for an additional EU grant of 10 million euros to improve the energy efficiency of residential buildings.
According to EU data, between 2021 and 2025, the European Union allocated more than €1.2 billion to Moldova in the form of grants and mobilised a further €1.7 billion for investment projects.
It should be noted that the EU Growth Plan for Moldova, worth €1.9 billion, covers the period 2025–2027. It provides for support for reforms, expanding the country’s access to the EU single market, and attracting investment to drive economic growth and create jobs.
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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