Moldova's installed renewable energy capacity has topped 1.06 GW
In the first five months of this year, renewable energy production capacities in the Republic of Moldova increased by 86.88 MW, reaching a total of 1,067 MW installed nationally by the end of May.
In the installed capacity structure, solar energy predominates, accounting for 74% of total electricity capacity from renewable energy sources (E-SER). This is followed by wind installations, while biogas installations and hydro capacities are significantly lower.
The weighted distribution of installed capacities by type of production technologies is as follows:
- 74% – solar photovoltaic energy (786.50 MW);
- 24% – wind energy (256.22 MW);
- 1% – hydropower (16.75 MW);
- 1% – biogas (8.39 MW).
According to data from the National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED), 44% of the total installed capacity (465.76 MW) comes from state support schemes, such as net metering, net billing, or fixed tariffs/prices. The remaining capacity is developed in the free market.
In the short- to medium-term, investors benefit from a more predictable and attractive regulatory framework. This framework enables the accelerated implementation of renewable energy projects and helps reduce energy-related costs, as stated by CNED.
Currently, the total capacity of producers participating in the free market is 602.10 MW, which accounts for 56% of the market. This capacity includes 355.29 MW from photovoltaic installations, 228.99 MW from wind energy, 1.32 MW from biogas, and 16.50 MW from hydropower.
Recent investments, along with the existing regulatory framework, are supporting the expansion of renewable energy capacity. This expansion is part of the goal of reducing energy dependence and enhancing energy security. Additionally, the introduction of battery storage is considered essential to maintaining energy system stability and to the efficient use of green energy.
