The Moldovan Parliament approved, in the first reading, amendments to the 2026 state social insurance budget that provide for increases in both revenue and expenditures. Authorities cite the need to ensure timely payments of social benefits and to strengthen support for certain categories of recipients as the rationale for the changes, though the final details have yet to be approved.
The Moldovan government has approved adjustments to the 2026 state budget, which call for a significant increase in spending and a reallocation of funds among various areas. Key changes include additional funding for regional infrastructure, support measures for the population and the public sector, and increased spending on a number of government obligations.
This year's budget allocates 550 million lei for energy compensation payments to vulnerable families during the cold months of 2026, but the authorities are negotiating with external partners to supplement the existing budget and will tighten the criteria for selecting beneficiaries—Vasile Tofan
As of August 19, Energocom had purchased a total of 10,064 MWh of electricity and fully met Moldova's electricity demand for the day
Moldova plans to follow the EU's example and reduce the frequency of inspections of electricity and gas meters in order to lower operators' costs and the rates paid by citizens
ANRE has put forward for public comment a draft revision of regulated natural gas prices for residential consumers, which could significantly change the cost of gas supplies in the near future. The agency's decision is due to changes in market conditions and rising gas procurement costs; the full version of the article includes details of the proposed adjustment and the supplier's arguments.
The Energy Ministry is weighing changes to the inspection timetable for electronic electricity meters as part of a broader effort to modernize regulations and curb costs in the power sector. The proposal, discussed with regulators and other agencies, could ease expenses for network operators and potentially feed through to lower charges for consumers, but the final impact will depend on the outcome of the review.
A new loan guarantee instrument for investments in energy storage systems is being developed in Moldova
There will be no electricity shortage in Moldova on August 7, as Energocom has secured the amount of electricity needed to meet demand
Energocom reported that the rise in purchase prices for electricity acquired during peak hours will inevitably lead to higher rates for consumers
On the evening of August 5, Moldova's power grid will face an electricity shortage, which is forecast to reach 303 MWh during the peak consumption period from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Total electricity consumption in Moldova on August 4 was approximately 1,000 MWh higher than the previous day, and it is important for citizens to conserve energy, especially during peak consumption hours - the Ministry of Energy
Faced with a projected electricity shortage of 130 MWh, Moldovan authorities are urging citizens to voluntarily reduce their electricity consumption tonight from 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m
In light of the challenging situation in the regional energy market, Premier Energy has urged consumers to reduce their electricity usage during peak hours
Electricity consumption in Moldova has risen amid the heat wave and increased use of air conditioners; citizens are being urged to conserve electricity during peak hours
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