Heating rates for Termoelectrica and CET-Nord customers have risen sharply in Moldova
Rates for heat supplied to Termoelectrica and CET-Nord customers rose by 62.2%—to 3,277 lei per Gcal—and by 53.3% to 3,374 lei per Gcal, respectively.
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Natural gas prices for residential customers in Moldova will rise sharply starting October 1
In Moldova, natural gas prices for residential consumers will rise by 28.8% starting October 1—from 18.79 to 24.2 lei per cubic meter, excluding VAT (from 20.3 to 26.14 lei, including 8% VAT)
On September 28, ANRE will approve new gas prices and heating rates
ANRE plans to approve new gas prices and new heating rates for end users at its meeting on September 28
Rising gas prices could lead to higher electricity rates in Moldova
Rising natural gas prices could affect electricity rates for end users in Moldova; however, the regulator has not yet specified the potential extent of any rate adjustment. The National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE) notes that the impact will depend on requests from producers, the structure of purchases, and the situation on foreign markets, where the country meets a significant portion of its needs.
Wholesale sales of petroleum products in Moldova declined in the first half of 2026
In Moldova, during the first half of 2026, wholesale sales of petroleum products declined in physical terms, but the market showed significant growth in monetary terms. Regulators attribute these changes primarily to price dynamics and a shift in demand between the wholesale and retail segments, with the sales mix shifting noticeably in favor of certain types of fuel.
Termoelectrica and CET-Nord are requesting that heat rates be raised by nearly double
Termoelectrica and CET-Nord have requested an 82.6% increase in the rates for heat supplied to consumers and a 96% increase, respectively
Gas prices for consumers in Moldova could rise significantly
Natural gas prices for end users in Moldova may rise significantly in the near future, according to the Ministry of Energy
In Moldova, consumers will be able to freely choose their electricity and gas providers
In Moldova, electricity and natural gas consumers are free to choose their supplier based on the terms that best suit them—ANRE
Gas prices for consumers in Moldova may rise again
Another increase in gas prices for end users in Moldova is highly likely, given the continued rise in gas prices, but clarity will emerge once Energocom reports the average purchase price for September—Ministry of Energy
Moldova Will Launch a Service to Compare Offers from Gas and Electricity Providers
Moldova is developing a unified digital service that will allow consumers to compare offers from gas and electricity providers based on clear and consistent rules. The new tool is intended to centralize data on rates and terms, as well as change the process for publishing and verifying offers on the market.
Starting in 2027, Moldova will switch to measuring gas in kWh
Starting in 2027, Moldova plans to adopt the kW·h unit of measurement throughout the entire natural gas supply chain, including distribution and delivery to end users
Moldova and Azerbaijan Are Strengthening Their Cooperation in Energy Regulation
The energy regulators of Moldova and Azerbaijan discussed expanding cooperation in the area of government oversight of the energy sector and exchanging best practices regarding technical inspections, facility commissioning, and electrical safety requirements. The parties noted the similarity of their approaches and intend to continue holding thematic meetings, during which details important for the development of technical cooperation may be addressed.
Transnistria's Mandatory Gas Reserves for the Winter of 2026–2027 Will Be Significantly Increased
The regulator has revised the requirements for mandatory gas reserves for Transnistria for the upcoming heating season, significantly tightening the parameters for winter preparations. The decision is linked to updated gas legislation and is accompanied by a new schedule for building reserves, while suppliers' deadlines and reporting obligations to the authorities remain unchanged.
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