Moldova

Latest Developments

____

Projects

The Republic of Moldova is dependent on imported energy resources from the Russian Federation, Ukraine (gas, coal, oil) and Romania (electric energy). Today, Moldova is a net importer of energy, with only 3 percent of its primary energy demand covered by domestic sources. Hence, the use of renewable energy is a high priority.  A National Energy Regulatory Agency (NERA) has been set up to regulate the restructured electricity sector, and Moldova is continuing with its privatization program.

An estimated 1,000 MW of wind energy potential exists in the northeast, southeast and western parts of the country.  Hydro power accounts for only 2 percent of the country’s generating capacity.  Even so, there is potential for development. 

The geographical location and climate of Moldova are favorable for agriculture and a considerable amount of agricultural residues are generated annually.  The primary barrier to the deployment of biomass plants is the relatively high capital cost.  In general, the prospect for renewable energy development is fair in Moldova.