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How has Moldova restructured its electricity distribution network?

As part of the reforms, Moldova restructured and partially privatized its electricity distribution network, including Premier Energy, a private company that controls 70 percent of the country’s electric distribution grid.

Does Moldova import electricity?

The Republic of Moldova's energy sector is heavily reliant on imports, with 80% of its electricity being imported in 2020. Prior to the war in Ukraine, the electricity was mainly imported from Ukraine. Since November 2023, the MGRES gas-fired power plant in Transnistria is making up for the electricity import deficit from Ukraine.

What is the demand for electricity in the Republic of Moldova?

The demand for electricity in the Republic of Moldova is expecting to grow at a steady rate of 2% annually, increasing in the both scenarios from about 3800 GWh today to 6900 GWh by 2050. In the reference scenario, natural gas will remain the major source of power generation through to 2050.

Why is Moldova's electricity supply so vulnerable?

Since November 2023, the MGRES gas-fired power plant in Transnistria is making up for the electricity import deficit from Ukraine. This heavy reliance on external sources, particularly from politically sensitive regions, makes the Republic of Moldova’s electricity supply extremely vulnerable.