Teva energy Moldova

Who is responsible for the energy security activity in Moldova?

The four-year Moldova Energy Security Activity is implemented by Tetra Tech ES, Inc., with local and international subconsultants.

How much electricity does Moldova produce?

The country produces only about 20 percent of its annual electricity consumption from natural gas-fired combined heat and electricity power plants. Moldova has one hydropower plant, the Costesti Hydropower Plant. Moldavskaya GRES (MGRES) in the separatist region of Transnistria supplies the vast majority of the remaining 80 percent of electricity.

How can Moldova's energy system be integrated with Europe?

Improve physical and market integration of Moldova’s energy system with Europe. Connecting Moldova’s electricity system to the European grid is an important first step that will help create an open electricity market with neighboring countries and support fair and competitive procurement of cleaner energy.

Is energy security a priority for Moldova?

Energy security is a priority for Moldova. International financial institutions, including the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the European Investment Bank (EIB) finance many projects strengthening Moldova’s energy security.

Does Moldova have a new energy policy?

Moldova has committed to implement reforms embedded within the European Union’s Third Energy Package, a suite of legislation adopted in 2009 aimed at creating integrated and competitive energy markets for natural gas and electricity.

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.