Does Moldova have gas storage facilities?

Moldova currently does not have operational gas storage facilities. However, the government is considering two possible sites for geological storage in the Zagarancea-Mânzesti-Unghenii de Jos villages area and in the Cantemir district. No concrete decisions have been taken on these developments.

How can Moldova improve the energy sector?

National regulatory framework (both primary and secondary) improved in line with Moldovan energy commitments, ensuring that national authorities are better prepared and can respond to emergency situations in the energy sector and to the needs of the most vulnerable energy users;

Does Moldova have energy security?

Despite acceptable energy security levels in Moldova in 2019, the country faces exposure to gas supply shock risks due to its reliance on Russia for all of its gas via Ukraine. Two major supply disruptions occurred in 2006 and 2009 due to disputes between the two countries.

How has Moldova restructured its electricity distribution network?

As part of the reforms, Moldova restructured and partially privatized its electricity distribution network, including Premier Energy, a private company that controls 70 percent of the country’s electric distribution grid.

What is the energy situation in Moldova?

Energy in Moldova refers to the energy and electricity production, consumption, and import in the country. Moldova lacks domestic sources of fossil energy and must import substantial amounts of petroleum, coal, natural gas, and other energy resources. In 2018, the primary energy supply was approximately half natural gas, a quarter oil, and one-fifth solid biomass.

Why is Moldova imposing a state of emergency?

CHISINAU, Moldova (AP) — Moldova’s parliament on Friday voted in favor of imposing a state of emergency in the energy sector over fears that Russia could leave the European Union candidate country without sufficient natural gas supplies this winter.