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New Rules Set for Wind Farm Development in Moldova
Wind power plants in Moldova will now be installed according to a methodology approved by the Ministry of Energy, which outlines where such facilities can be built, how close they may be to settlements and infrastructure, and the conditions for dismantling turbines and restoring agricultural land. Under the new rules, wind farms will be prohibited…
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Moldova’s Election Results Clear Path for a Renewable Energy Future
Moldova’s ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) scored a clear victory in yesterday’s parliamentary election, securing just over 50% of the vote and a working majority in the 101-seat legislature. The result hands President Maia Sandu’s camp the mandate to continue pushing a Europe-oriented reform agenda — and it comes amid persistent allegations…
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EBRD and Moldelectrica Invite to Tender for 400 kV High-Voltage Transmission Line
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and SE Moldelectrica have republished on ECEPP the invitation to tender for the construction of the Bălți–Suceava (400 kV) high-voltage overhead transmission line. The announcement appeared on 22 September 2025, with the deadline for submission of tenders set for 12 October 2025 at 15:00, according to the…
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Moldovan TSO Implements New Regulations Establishing the Operational Framework for the System Services Market and the Balancing Electricity Market
The State Enterprise Moldelectrica, as the Transmission System Operator of the Republic of Moldova, announces that, in accordance with Resolution No. 276 of the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) dated 30 May 2025, the new regulations establishing the operational framework for the System Services Market and the Balancing Electricity Market have entered into force. These regulations,…
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Moldavian ANRE Approves Final Regulatory Framework for the Launch of the System Services and Balancing Electricity Markets
The Board of Directors of the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) has approved the operational procedures and framework contracts governing the System Services Market (PSS) and the Balancing Electricity Market (PEE). This marks the final step in a series of ANRE decisions aimed at establishing the regulatory framework required for the launch of these markets,…
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Strategic project brings Moldova closer to integration with the European electricity network
Work on the Vulcănești–Chișinău Energy Independence Line (400 kV) has reached another milestone: 87% of construction is complete and 97 km of cables have already been installed. Teams are working in parallel at both the Chișinău and Vulcănești substations to finish equipment installation and commissioning. The new 157 km overhead transmission route will include more than 500 towers and…
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Moldova increases RES capacities
The Government of Moldova reconfirmed today the intention to promote the use of energy from renewable sources by extending the application period and increasing the capacities allocated to support mechanisms. The Cabinet of Ministers approved the draft decision on capacity limits, maximum quotas and capacity categories in the field of electricity from renewable sources, valid…
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Moldova 2050 draft Energy Strategy announced
Following a series of earlier announcements, The Ministry of Energy of Moldova presented the draft Energy Strategy until 2050. The announcement was made at a public event, attended by key stakeholders from the public and private sectors, civil society, and development partners. The Energy Strategy of the Republic of Moldova until 2050 aims to ensure…
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Moldova approves new PV plant
A construction of a photovoltaic power plant with an installed capacity of 22 MW, equipped with an electricity storage system of 16,512 MWh has been today approved by The Government of Moldova. The power plant will be located in the commune of Zîmbreni, Ialoveni district, covering an area of 18 hectares. The investment is carried…
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Moldova’s 2025 Parliamentary Elections: A Turning Point for Energy Policy
Parliamentary elections will be held in Moldova in just over a fortnight from today – on 28 September 2025. The outcome of this election will be pivotal to country’s future, including its energy policy, security, and sovereignty. The last parliamentary election in Moldova was held on 11 July 2021, resulting in a landslide victory for…
