Does Moldova have an electricity power system?

Moldova's electricity power system operates in parallel with Ukraine's (the Integrated Power System / Unified Power System of Russia grid), but it cannot currently operate in parallel with Romania’s network, which is part of ENTSO-E. Only small quantities of electricity can be exchanged between the two systems through an island-mode operation.

What was Moldova's primary energy supply in 2018?

The primary energy supply in 2018 was about half natural gas, a quarter oil, and solid biomass at one-fifth. Renewable energy has expanded rapidly, and Moldova is seeking to diversify its energy sources and cease purchasing from Russia.

How does Moldova share energy data?

Moldova shares energy data through five annual International Energy Agency (IEA)/Eurostat/UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) joint questionnaires.

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).

What is the main energy source in Moldova?

Natural gas accounts for more than half of Moldova’s total primary energy supply (53% in 2018), oil roughly a quarter (23% in 2018) and solid biomass one-fifth (19% in 2018). Most natural gas is used for electricity and heat generation, 3 whereas oil is the most important energy source for final consumers.

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.