In Moldova, the average price of electricity purchased by suppliers and system operators on the wholesale market in the second quarter of 2026 fell by approximately 45 bani per kWh compared with the previous quarter
As of August 24, Energocom had purchased 9,200 MWh of electricity and fully met Moldova's electricity demand for the day
Moldova's day-ahead electricity market has set a new record, underscoring the rapid expansion of short-term power trading and rising participation from wholesale market players. The latest result also highlights the market's growing role in the country's electricity balance and its closer alignment with European trading mechanisms.
As of August 21, Energocom had purchased a total of 9,657 MWh of electricity, compared with 10,295 MWh the previous day, and fully met Moldova's electricity demand today
As of August 20, Energocom had purchased a total of 10,295 MWh of electricity, compared with 10,064 MWh the previous day, and fully met Moldova's electricity demand today
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's electricity demand for August 18 was fully covered after Energocom secured the required volumes from a mix of local generation and external sources. The company said supply is currently stable, but warned that market conditions in the region remain difficult and that high prices during peak hours continue to put pressure on consumers.
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
Moldova's Ministry of Energy stated that, under the current circumstances, a return to purchasing electricity from the Moldovan State Power Plant is not being considered. The ministry attributes this to changes in the economics of production, technical limitations, and additional risks associated with sanctions and new energy market regulations.
As of August 14, Energocom had purchased a total of 9,640 MWh of electricity and fully met Moldova's electricity demand for the day
Moldova is preparing a phased change to the tax regime for a number of goods imported into Transnistria: in the first phase, the new rules will apply to a limited list of products, and the list will then be expanded. The authorities hope to gradually level the playing field for businesses and reduce existing exemptions; however, the details of the reform and its implications for the market will only become clear once the full text of the draft is available.
As of August 12, Energocom had purchased a total of 10,297 MWh of electricity and fully met Moldova's electricity demand for the day
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.
As of August 11, Energocom had purchased a total of 10,996 MWh of electricity and fully met Moldova's electricity demand for the day
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