As noted in a statement by the state-owned company Energocom, approximately 10 million lei will be saved through reductions in personnel costs, and about 7.5 million lei will be saved through the optimization of IT investments. This measure was taken after the number of employees involved in natural gas supply was reduced to 200, down from more than 260 who had worked at the company that previously fulfilled public service obligations in the gas supply sector. In addition, Energocom Furnizare has implemented a temporary hiring freeze. This decision was made in response to the prime minister's call to reduce spending by state institutions and agencies, as well as in light of public concern over executive pay levels. "In addition to the daily work of the Energocom team to ensure the country's energy security, we understand citizens' concerns regarding the upcoming heating season, and we recognize the importance of cost savings and the principle of social justice. Although these measures alone do not solve the problem of energy costs, they serve as a demonstration of solidarity with citizens and a confirmation of our readiness to contribute to the collective effort to conserve resources," reads a statement from the state-owned company Energocom. // 22.09.2026 — InfoMarket.