Moldova may face energy shortage this evening due to regional situation

Minister of Energy Dorin Junghietu announced that for Tuesday evening, August 4, between 21:00 and 23:00, an electricity deficit of 130 MWh is expected. He noted that the responsible institutions have done everything possible to purchase the energy available on the market and will also use emergency energy mechanisms managed by Moldelectrica. However, if the necessary amount of energy cannot be secured, there is a risk of power cuts, Junghietu warned, urging citizens to use energy rationally and save it wherever possible.

“For this evening, between 21:00 and 23:00, we estimate an electricity deficit of 130 MWh. Up to this point, together with Energocom and all the operators involved, we have done everything possible to buy the energy available on the market and we will also use the emergency energy mechanisms managed by Moldelectrica. If we do not manage to find the necessary amount on the market, there is a risk of disconnections. To reduce this risk, we also need your help,” said Dorin Junghietu.

The Energy Minister explained that this situation has arisen because the heatwave is driving high energy consumption, while production is reduced, including due to the extremely low flow of the Danube, which limits the operation of some power plants.

“Because the Republic of Moldova is part of the regional market and imports energy, we are directly feeling these difficulties,” Junghietu said.

The minister therefore urged citizens to use energy rationally, noting that if each family reduces its consumption slightly between 21:00 and 23:00, the cumulative effect can be very important.

“I ask you to turn off lights you do not need, postpone using the washing machine, electric oven or other large household appliances, and use the air conditioner only if it is strictly necessary. These are small gestures, but if made by hundreds of thousands of people, they can keep the lights on in our homes,” the minister stressed.

At the same time, citizens are advised to charge their mobile phones, make sure they have flashlights or other light sources, and avoid unnecessary use of electrical equipment during this period.

“Let us be patient in situations that put us to the test, take care of those around us and trust that we will solve such problems together. Thank you for your understanding, responsibility and solidarity. In such moments, every kilowatt saved counts. Together we can keep the system stable and get through this difficult period,” concluded Dorin Junghietu.

The Republic of Moldova has declared an energy alert for a period of 30 days starting July 28. By decision of the National Crisis Management Commission of August 3, 2026, measures to reduce electricity consumption were approved, applicable to administrators of public buildings and commercial premises; enterprises with energy-intensive production processes; operators of water supply and sewerage services; central and local public authorities; as well as administrators of residential blocks and buildings equipped with elevators.