Moldova's Energy Crisis: Why are Electricity Prices So High?

Moldova's Energy Crisis: High Electricity Prices Burden Citizens Moldova is facing an energy crisis, with residents paying significantly more for electricity than their neighbors. This disparity is particularly acute given Moldova's lower average income. A recent TV6.press report revealed that Moldovans pay 4.10 to 4.68 lei per kilowatt-hour (kWh), while comparable prices in Romania range from 4.10 to 4.60 lei/kWh, Ukraine at 2.20 lei/kWh, and Bulgaria averaging 2.60 lei/kWh. "People are choosing between paying bills and buying food or medicine," says a concerned citizen featured in the report. The high prices are attributed to a combination of factors, including reliance on expensive imports and the recent termination of a gas supply agreement with Gazprom. Protests have erupted, with citizens demanding action from the government. The EU has pledged 1.9 billion lei to Moldova for energy investments, but the long-term sustainability of the situation remains uncertain.