Could Moldova be a green revolution?

With a population of just over 2.5 million people, Moldova is an oft-forgotten country that’s probably the last place many would think could be at the forefront of a green revolution—and for good reason. According to the International Energy Agency, it is one of the least energy self-sufficient countries on Earth.

Does Moldova have a power plant?

The country has a single, lone power plant, which is problematically located in the Russian-backed separatist region of Transnistria. This is a recipe for an energy disaster. Moldova’s gas sector is also almost entirely controlled by a monopoly called Moldovagaz, which is 51% owned by Russia’s gas giant Gazprom.

Does Moldova have a gas monopoly?

This is a recipe for an energy disaster. Moldova’s gas sector is also almost entirely controlled by a monopoly called Moldovagaz, which is 51% owned by Russia’s gas giant Gazprom. This arrangement has allowed Moscow decades of punitive, sometimes vindictive control.

Are solar thermal installations economically feasible in Moldova?

Given Moldova’s geographical position and falling technology costs, solar thermal installations are becoming much more economically feasible, especially for public institutions with high water heating needs such as kindergartens and hospitals.

Can Moldova free Ukraine from Russian gas monopoly?

In June, Chişinău brought on as a key advisor Ukraine’s Andriy Kobolyev, who as the head of Ukraine’s gas monopoly, managed to free Ukraine of Russian natural gas dependence—creating a blueprint for Moldova to do the same.