Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu made this statement and thanked everyone who responded to the call the previous day and reduced their electricity consumption during peak hours. According to the head of the Ministry of Energy, every effort made a difference. "However, looking at the entire day, total electricity consumption in Moldova was approximately 1,000 MWh higher than the day before. The heat continues to put enormous pressure on the entire regional power system," said Dorin Junghietu. He acknowledged that many people are asking why it is not possible to say in the morning whether the country will face an energy shortage or not. The Minister of Energy briefly explained how this mechanism works. Energocom, as the central supplier, meets the energy needs of Moldova's power system. Part of the energy is covered by bilateral contracts concluded in advance, subsequently the company purchases available renewable energy on an hourly basis, including as part of its public service obligations, and the difference between forecasted and actual consumption is settled daily on regional markets. Around 2:00 p.m., trades are concluded on the OPCOM and BRM intraday markets. "Only after these markets close will we be able to say with certainty whether energy demand has been fully met or whether there remains a shortfall that must be covered using special system mechanisms," said Dorin Junghietu. According to him, unfortunately, weather forecasts do not indicate any significant changes in the near future. No significant rainfall is expected in the Danube basin, and low water levels continue to affect energy production throughout the region. "Therefore, the call remains the same: conserve energy, especially during peak consumption hours. This is not merely a gesture of responsibility. Every megawatt-hour saved means less energy purchased at very high prices, less strain on the grid, and a lower risk of having to resort to exceptional measures. The energy we save is currently the cheapest and most reliable source of energy we have. "I'd like to express gratitude to all of you for your sense of responsibility and for the support you provide to Moldova's energy system," the Minister of Energy emphasized in conclusion. // 05.08.2026 — InfoMarket