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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 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 have a power system?

Although Moldova is interconnected with Romania, the two systems do not operate in parallel but can function together in island mode (four islands can be created). Romania’s power system is part of ENTSO-E, and Moldova is currently working towards full synchronisation.

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.

What is the storage capacity of petroleum products in Moldova?

Moldova’s total storage capacity for petroleum products is over 150 000 m 3, including state and industry storage but excluding the army’s. In addition, the Giurgiulesti terminal has eight tanks for petroleum product storage with capacity of 63 600 m 3 at its disposal.

How does Moldova's electricity system work?

Moldova’s electricity system operates synchronously with Ukraine’s, and the neighbouring systems are interconnected by 11 lines of 110 kV and 7 lines of 330 kV. Although Moldova is interconnected with Romania, the two systems do not operate in parallel but can function together in island mode (four islands can be created).