Moldova has declared a 30-day state of emergency in the energy…
Moldova has declared a 30-day state of emergency in the energy sector due to fuel shortages and low water levels in rivers, affecting diesel supply and agricultural operations. The crisis stems from reduced shipments via barges on the Danube River, logistical issues in Romania, and declining water levels in the Dniester reservoir.
Consensus
- Moldova has introduced a 30-day emergency or heightened readiness regime in the energy sector.
- The measure was taken due to fuel shortages, particularly diesel, affecting agricultural activities during the farming season.
- The level of water in the Danube River has significantly decreased, disrupting barge transport of fuel to the port of Giurgulesti.
- Logistical problems in Romania are contributing to supply disruptions, as Moldova imports 70% of its diesel from there.
- Fuel shortages have been reported at 53 gas stations out of approximately 600 operating stations.
- The government has also declared a hydrological emergency in the Dniester River basin due to low water levels.
Points of divergence
- The crisis is attributed solely to reduced water levels in the Danube, which halted barge shipments of fuel to Giurgulesti port. — riamo
- The government introduced a state of heightened readiness in hydrological sectors due to low water levels in the Dniester River, with water at 113 meters (below normal 121 meters). — kommersant
- Damage to Black Sea terminals has restricted Kazakh oil exports to Romania, affecting fuel supply for Petromidia refinery and thus Moldova. — interfax
- Moldova previously received 65–70% of its electricity from the Dniester Hydroelectric Power Station in Transnistria, which ceased power delivery on January 1, 2025. — vedomosti
Coverage (5 sources)
- Moldova introduces emergency regime in energy sector for 30 days — РИАМО
- Moldova introduces heightened readiness mode due to water shortage — Коммерсантъ
- Moldova introduces heightened readiness in the energy sector for 30 days — Интерфакс
- Moldova introduces emergency regime in energy sector due to fuel shortage — Ведомости
- Special regime introduced in Moldova's energy sector due to fuel shortage — Коммерсантъ
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