Romania

European Commission probes Romania’s request for more aid and a longer restructuring period for CE Oltenia
The European Commission launched an in-depth investigation at the end of February into the amended restructuring plan for Romania’s state-owned energy company CE Oltenia, in order to determine whether the proposed increase in state aid complies with European Union rules.…

Gas in Europe – Romania Leads the EU, While Norway Is the Key Supplier Outside the Union
Romania remains at the top of natural gas production within the European Union, but this does not change the continent’s strong dependence on imports. Over the past two years, Romania has grown into the largest producer of natural gas within…

Romania Strengthens Renewable Energy Capacity with 190 Megawatts of Solar Power
Romania is launching the construction of three solar power plants with a total capacity of 190 megawatts (MW), enough to supply electricity to more than 160,000 households. The European Investment Bank (EIB) is investing 34 million euros in the project,…

Big Plans for Batteries in Europe – Will They Come True?
Due to the key role of batteries, especially in the automotive industry, many companies are striving to start production in Europe. The announced production capacities by 2030 exceed two terawatt-hours annually. However, a forecast by the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems…

Ministry of Energy of Romania Announces Cost Reductions in State-Owned Enterprises
The Ministry of Energy of Romania has announced an extensive reform plan for state-owned enterprises in the energy sector, aiming to achieve savings of over one billion lei, approximately 200 million euros, to ensure the long-term sustainability of these companies.…

From Gas Power Plants to 1,200 MW of Renewable Energy: Romania’s Projects for 2025
Romania is preparing for several significant projects in the energy sector in 2025. In the current global context, where energy security becomes increasingly critical, particularly due to situations such as the disruption of Russian gas supplies via Ukraine, Romania underscores…

The Future od Green Energy in Romania
Romania is among the countries with a diverse and balanced energy mix, with a strong reliance on hydropower, efficient nuclear reactors, and wind farms, while coal and natural gas are also present in the energy composition. As a member of…



