# Romania Energy: Grid, Renewables, and Gas Hub Transition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/romania-energy-infrastructure-upgrades
> Updated: 2026-08-27T10:40:51.000Z. Sources: 171. Developments: 59.

Romania is aggressively modernizing its energy infrastructure to transition toward a renewable-heavy, gas-exporting regional hub. Key developments include the installation of the Neptun Alpha offshore platform for the €4 billion Neptun Deep project, which is on track for 2027 production. To support this, Transgaz plans a €1.65 billion upgrade to the Vertical Gas Corridor.

In the power sector, renewable capacity is surging; by July 2026, combined solar and wind capacity surpassed 7,000 MW. To bolster stability and flexibility, the National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) approved a voluntary mechanism allowing consumers to receive payments for reducing electricity use during peak demand. Additionally, the national energy system surpassed 2,500 MW of new production and storage capacity in 2026.

To support the transition, the government has approved offshore wind energy perimeters in the Black Sea for concession. These perimeters represent an estimated 3.1 GW of capacity, aligning with the 2025–2035 Energy Strategy and the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. This development is expected to generate between 16 and 27 billion euros in added value.

To address generation needs, Electrica has signed a contract for a high-efficiency, hydrogen-ready cogeneration plant in Craiova. Valued at up to €235 million, the plant will use natural gas to provide electricity and thermal energy to approximately 53,000 homes and Ford Otosan Romania, replacing aging lignite-based generation.

System stability remains a concern due to environmental factors. In August 2026, extreme low water levels in the Danube forced the Cernavodă nuclear power plant into a safe shutdown. Authorities have implemented emergency measures, including constructing dams and releasing water from Olt River reservoirs. Nuclearelectrica stated that a restart depends on upcoming hydrological forecasts.

## Claims

- The thermal energy produced will serve approximately 53,000 homes and public institutions in Craiova. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The project includes an installed electrical capacity of approximately 82 MW and a thermal capacity of about 179 Gcal/h. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The project replaces lignite as the primary source, eliminating coal combustion in Craiova. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Electrica signed a contract to develop a new high-efficiency cogeneration plant in Craiova. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- The plant is designed to be hydrogen-ready and equipped with black-start capability. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- EU Regulation 2023/1542 introduces new requirements for battery safety, sustainability, and traceability throughout their lifecycle. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The plant will feature thermal energy storage capacity to decouple heat and electricity production. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Economist Eugen Rădulescu warns that Romania faces a major economic crisis and risks losing billions in EU funds if laws related to the PNRR are not passed. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- OMV Petrom obtained a €47 million investment loan from BCR for the CEE Onești wind project. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The CEE Onești wind farm has an installed capacity of approximately 50 MW. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- OMV Petrom aims to exceed 2.5 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The loan covers at least 60 % of the total investment value of the project. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Romania approves offshore wind perimeters in the Black Sea

Romania has approved offshore wind perimeters in the Black Sea with an estimated 3.1 GW capacity, aiming to drive energy transition and generate up to 27 billion euros in added economic value.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-approves-offshore-wind-perimeters-in-the-black-sea

### 2026-08-24: Electrica to build high-efficiency cogeneration plant in Craiova

Electrica is developing a 235 million euro cogeneration plant in Craiova to replace coal with natural gas. The hydrogen-ready facility will serve 53,000 homes and Ford Otosan Romania.

37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electrica-to-develop-235-million-euro-cogeneration-plant-in-craiova

### 2026-08-20: Central and Eastern Europe infrastructure and energy updates

Infrastructure projects in Hungary, Romania, and Moldova face various developments, including railway upgrades, emergency water management for nuclear cooling, and delays in Moldova's new power line.

24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electrica-approves-major-energy-investments-and-loans-in-romania

### 2026-08-06: Romania Installs Neptun Deep Gas Platform, Advancing Black Sea Energy Hub

OMV Petrom and Romgaz installed the 16,500‑ton Neptun Alpha platform in the Black Sea, moving the Neptun Deep gas project toward 2027 production and supporting Romania’s plan for a multi‑use offshore energy hub

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-installs-neptun-deep-gas-platform-advancing-black-sea-energy-hub

### 2026-07-28: Romania's ANRE approves over 325 MW of new energy capacity, mainly storage

Romania’s ANRE approved licences for >325 MW of new energy capacity—177 MW storage and 149 MW renewable—while urging faster grid‑connection for 1,600 MW of pending projects.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-anre-approves-over-325-mw-of-new-energy-capacity-mainly-storage

### 2026-07-27: OMV Petrom secures €47 million loan for first Romanian wind farm

OMV Petrom secured a €47 million BCR loan covering 60 % of the CEE Onești wind farm in Romania, a 50 MW project expected to produce 110 GWh annually and contribute to a 2.5 GW renewable target by 2030.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/omv-petrom-gets-47-million-loan-for-romanian-wind-farm-highlights-cheap-neptun-deep-gas-project

### 2026-07-25: Bechtel Sole Qualified Applicant for Serbia's €2.6bn Đerdap 3 Pumped‑Storage Project

Bechtel is the only consortium to qualify for Serbia's €2.6 bn Đerdap 3 pumped‑storage project, a 2,400 MW reversible hydro plant slated for first‑phase completion by 2036.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bechtel-sole-qualified-applicant-for-serbias-26bn-erdap-3-pumpedstorage-project

### 2026-07-23: Serbia launches design tender for Đerdap 3 pumped‑storage plant

Serbia opens a €5.3 M design tender for the 1,200‑2,400 MW Đerdap 3 pumped‑storage plant, while Bosnia and Herzegovina's May electricity exports rose 31.7 % to 644 GWh, with imports falling 28.6 %.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-launches-design-tender-for-erdap-3-pumpedstorage-plant

### 2026-07-23: Neptun Deep offshore gas platform installed in Black Sea

Saipem completed the Neptun Deep offshore gas platform and 160‑km pipeline installation in the Black Sea, a key step for OMV Petrom and Romgaz’s project slated for 2027 production, enhancing Romania’s gas base.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-installs-neptun-deep-offshore-gas-platform-in-black-sea

### 2026-07-23: PPC Energie Restores MyPPC Mobile App for Romanian Customers

PPC Energie relaunched its myPPC app in Romania, adding a modern interface, customizable billing locations and web access; the app serves about 60% of its 3 million customers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ppc-energie-restores-myppc-mobile-app-for-romanian-customers

### 2026-07-20: Serbia supports SME decarbonisation and launches Đerdap 3 hydro‑electric study

Serbia launches a free decarbonisation advisory program for exporting SMEs and initiates a €5.3 million study for the reversible hydro‑electric Đerdap 3 plant to boost renewable energy storage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-supports-sme-decarbonisation-and-launches-erdap-3-hydroelectric-study

### 2026-07-19: Romanian energy sector secures over €2 billion in financing for projects

Romanian energy firms, including FomCo Solar, Nuclearelectrica and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, secured over €2 billion in financing for solar, nuclear and wind projects, signaling strong investment in a

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-energy-sector-secures-over-2-billion-in-financing-for-projects

### 2026-07-19: Djerdap 3 pumped‑storage project moves forward with Romania‑Serbia MoU and US participation

Romania and Serbia signed an MoU on the Djerdap 3 pumped‑storage project, while a U.S.‑Serbia agreement opened a call for American firms to join the €3 bn, 2,400 MW venture aimed at boosting regional energy‑mix

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/djerdap-3-pumpedstorage-project-moves-forward-with-romaniaserbia-mou-and-us-participation

### 2026-07-18: Romania's Neptun Deep offshore platform installed in Black Sea

OMV Petrom and Romgaz installed the 16,500‑tonne Neptun Alpha platform for the €4 bn Neptun Deep Black Sea gas project, moving it toward 2027 production and bolstering Romania’s energy security.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neptun-alpha-platform-installed-in-black-sea

### 2026-07-16: PPC Energy launches redesigned myPPC app for faster bill payment and index submission

PPC Energy rolled out a redesigned myPPC app in Romania, adding faster bill‑pay and index‑submission flows, while keeping login unchanged; a short service pause on 17‑19 July allows the upgrade.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ppc-energy-launches-redesigned-myppc-app-for-faster-bill-payment-and-index-submission

### 2026-07-16: Romania and Serbia sign memorandum for Porțile de Fier III hydro project

Romania and Serbia signed a memorandum to cooperate on the €2.6 bn Djerdap 3 pumped‑storage hydro project, aiming to boost regional energy security while ensuring it does not affect existing dams or river flow.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-and-serbia-sign-memorandum-to-study-djerdap-3-pumpstorage-hydro-project

### 2026-07-15: Nuclearelectrica shareholders reject SMR strategy review, keep Doicesti plan

Nuclearelectrica shareholders rejected a review of the Doicesti SMR project, keeping the original NuScale‑based plan and halting a proposed training foundation, amid government criticism of the project's costs.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nuclearelectrica-shareholders-reject-smr-strategy-review-keep-doicesti-plan

### 2026-07-15: Vertical Gas Corridor to expand into Western Balkans, adding North Macedonia and Serbia

TSOs met in Athens to push the Vertical Gas Corridor forward, adding Serbia and North Macedonia as new members and planning interconnectors to boost regional gas supply and market integration.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vertical-gas-corridor-expansion-gains-new-balkan-members

### 2026-07-12: Vertical Gas Corridor demand exceeds expectations, strengthening Southeast Europe gas supply

Demand for capacity on the Vertical Gas Corridor outstripped expectations, signalling its rising importance as an alternative gas supply route for Southeast Europe.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vertical-gas-corridor-demand-exceeds-expectations-strengthening-southeast-europe-gas-supply

### 2026-07-09: EU Commission proposes 2040 electrification target to cut fossil fuel imports

EU Commission’s draft Electrification Action Plan proposes a 2040 binding target to raise electricity’s share, aiming to cut gas demand by two‑thirds, halve oil use and save €200 bn, while adding storage, V2G ​

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-commission-proposes-2040-electrification-target-to-cut-fossil-fuel-imports

### 2026-07-07: OMV Petrom reports 10% rise in fuel sales and expands EV charging network to 1,500 points in Central Europe

OMV Petrom posted an 11 % rise in Q2 fuel sales while reporting a modest loss due to new taxes, and expanded its EV charging network to roughly 1,500 points in Romania, Hungary and Slovakia.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/omv-petrom-reports-10-rise-in-fuel-sales-and-expands-ev-charging-network-to-1500-points-in-central-e

### 2026-07-07: Romania advances multi‑billion‑lei power grid, generation and wind projects

Romania rolls out major energy upgrades: a 387 mln‑lei high‑voltage grid tender, Rovinari coal‑depot equipment, Colterm winter fuel prep, a 3.6 bn‑lei 275 MW cogeneration plant at CET South, and a 392 MW wind‑f

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-rolls-out-major-power-grid-upgrades-and-new-energy-facilities

### 2026-07-06: MORE Energy launches first overseas hybrid solar‑storage plant in Romania

MORE Energy’s Stalpa 2 hybrid solar‑storage plant, 63 MW PV plus 10 MW battery, begins trial operation in Romania, supplying 32,000 homes and cutting 26,000 t CO₂ annually.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/more-energy-launches-first-overseas-hybrid-solarstorage-plant-in-romania

### 2026-07-02: Romania's solar and wind capacity overtakes hydro power

Romania's solar and wind capacity exceeded 7 GW in July, overtaking Hidroelectrica's hydro output; storage rose to 878 MW as coal declines.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-solar-and-wind-capacity-overtakes-hydro-power

### 2026-07-02: Romania imports massive electricity as Greece and Bulgaria export

Greece and Bulgaria are now net electricity exporters, sending hundreds of GWh to deficit‑hit neighbours; Romania imports about 495 GWh, leading to electricity prices three times higher than Hungary.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-imports-massive-electricity-as-greece-and-bulgaria-export

### 2026-06-30: Romania's ANRE approves national register for energy communities, enabling shared solar power

Romania's ANRE approved a national register for energy communities, letting households share solar electricity and potentially cut bills, while experts highlight added benefits like price stability and higher‑w

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-anre-approves-national-register-for-energy-communities-enabling-shared-solar-power

### 2026-06-29: Romania expands gas exports to Moldova as Romgaz targets Azomureş fertilizer assets

Romania boosted daily gas exports to Moldova to 3 million m³, while Romgaz moves to acquire Azomureş assets to produce fertilizers covering up to 90 % of national demand.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-expands-gas-exports-to-moldova-as-romgaz-targets-azomure-fertilizer-assets

### 2026-06-29: Romania's power market sees record electricity price as transformer factory opens in Botoșani

Romania's electricity price hit a historic 1,015 €/MWh amid heat‑driven supply constraints, while the SGB‑SMIT transformer plant in Botoșani opened with a €20 M investment and 100 jobs.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-power-market-sees-record-electricity-price-as-transformer-factory-opens-in-botoani

### 2026-06-29: Romania expands solar capacity and tightens energy market rules

Romania receives its first solar‑panel shipment for 550 MW parks, shifts energy financing to market tools, launches a €1 bn NOVA hybrid‑energy program, keeps its grid at full capacity for an 8 000 MW peak, and,

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/transelectria-readies-romanian-grid-for-heatwave-peak-as-2025-records-weakest-electricity-production

### 2026-06-28: EU Energy Ministers Approve Comprehensive Grid Modernisation Package

EU energy ministers approved a package revising TEN‑E, speeding licensing, and reallocating congestion revenues to boost cross‑border grid projects and resilience, targeting adoption by 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-energy-ministers-approve-comprehensive-grid-modernisation-package

### 2026-06-28: Delgaz Grid expands gas distribution in eight Romanian towns

Delgaz Grid launched over 110 km of new gas pipelines in eight Romanian towns, while a 38 million‑lei project in Constantin Daicoviciu aims to connect 1,400 households by 2027, expanding rural natural‑gas reach

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delgaz-grid-expands-gas-distribution-in-eight-romanian-towns

### 2026-06-26: EU approves Grids Package, highlighting Greece's energy hub projects

The EU Council approved the European Grids Package, adding three Greek projects – the Balkan gas pipeline, Greece‑Cyprus electricity link and a Southeast Europe grid – to boost regional energy security and curb

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-approves-grids-package-highlighting-greeces-energy-hub-projects

### 2026-06-26: EU Energy Ministers Reach Agreement on Faster Grid Funding and Cross‑Border Projects

EU energy ministers agreed to speed grid upgrades, allocate up to 25 % of unused congestion revenues to cross‑border projects by 2031, and give the European Commission a stronger planning role.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-energy-ministers-reach-agreement-on-faster-grid-funding-and-crossborder-projects

### 2026-06-24: Neptun Deep offshore gas platform moves toward Black Sea for 2027 production

Romania's Neptun Deep offshore gas platform, a €4 bn joint venture by OMV Petrom and Romgaz, is en route to the Black Sea for installation, with first gas slated for 2027.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neptun-deep-offshore-gas-platform-moves-toward-black-sea-for-2027-production

### 2026-06-24: EU adopts energy grid package to speed electrification and cross‑border interconnections

EU members approve a package to modernise and integrate energy grids, while Moldova introduces accelerated approval for strategic energy projects aligned with the EU framework.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-adopts-energy-grid-package-to-speed-electrification-and-crossborder-interconnections

### 2026-06-24: Romania to re‑evaluate Doicesti SMR nuclear plant amid feasibility concerns

Romania's Nuclearelectrica will reassess the Doicesti SMR nuclear plant after the energy minister questioned its viability and highlighted cost overruns, pushing the project's timeline to 2033‑34.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-to-reevaluate-doicesti-smr-nuclear-plant-amid-feasibility-concerns

### 2026-06-23: Romanian factories and homes cut energy bills with solar panels and automated shading

Romanian factories using rooftop solar cut power costs 40‑60 % with hybrid PV systems, while smart shading from Somfy lowers home temperatures up to 7 °C, reducing AC use by 70 %.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-factories-and-homes-cut-energy-bills-with-solar-panels-and-automated-shading

### 2026-06-22: Romania's energy sector grapples with grid failures, rising exports and soaring electricity prices

Romania amends decarbonisation law, boosts renewables, faces a Cluj‑Napoca grid outage, record electricity exports, soaring €547/MWh spot price and looming “missing‑money” challenges for renewables.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-energy-sector-hit-by-soaring-electricity-prices-and-wage-crisis

### 2026-06-22: PPC Energy launches solar battery upgrade packages for Romanian households

PPC Energy introduces PPC Solar Upgrade, offering Romanian households solar battery packages that can double self‑consumption to 60‑70 % and lower grid bills, with monthly financing and included installation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ppc-energy-launches-solar-battery-upgrade-packages-for-romanian-households

### 2026-06-22: Transelectrica ramps up grid modernisation with EU funding

Transelectrica is deploying hundreds of millions of euros in EU‑funded projects to modernise Romania’s grid, add 400 kV lines, digitalise substations and boost renewable integration.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/transelectria-accelerates-eufunded-power-grid-upgrades-in-romania

### 2026-06-19: Romania to Double Vertical Gas Corridor Capacity with €1.65 bn Investment

Romania's Transgaz will invest €1.65 bn to double the Vertical Gas Corridor’s capacity to 9.4 bcm/yr, bringing more LNG and diversifying supply for Central‑Eastern Europe, Moldova and Ukraine.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-to-double-vertical-gas-corridor-capacity-with-165-bn-investment

### 2026-06-19: Romania faces energy price spikes, market contraction and industrial decline

Romania’s Q1 2026 electro‑IT sales fell 9%, solar output set a record but caused night‑time price spikes, gas projects face scrutiny, and industry’s GDP share dropped to 15.8%.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-solar-output-hits-record-but-evening-electricity-prices-soar

### 2026-06-18: Romanian State Exercises Preemption Right to Secure 5 bcm of Neptun Deep Gas

Romania’s ANRSPS exercised its pre‑emptive right to buy up to 5 bcm of gas from the Neptun Deep offshore field, securing supply from 2028 for seven years and boosting national energy security.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-state-exercises-preemption-right-to-secure-5-bcm-of-neptun-deep-gas

### 2026-06-18: Romania and Serbia sign memorandum to advance Djerdap 3 hydroelectric project on the Danube

Romania’s interim cabinet approved a memorandum with Serbia to develop the Djerdap 3 pumped‑storage hydro plant, conditional on safeguarding existing dams and navigation projects, with potential involvement of

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-and-serbia-sign-memorandum-to-advance-djerdap-3-hydroelectric-project-on-the-danube

### 2026-06-17: OMV Petrom moves ahead with Bulgaria solar‑battery project and secures Black Sea gas pre‑emption

OMV Petrom approved a €300 million solar‑battery project in Bulgaria, set for 2028, while Romania’s government exercised pre‑emptive rights to secure gas from the company’s Black Sea Neptun Deep field.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/omv-petrom-moves-ahead-with-bulgaria-solarbattery-project-and-secures-black-sea-gas-preemption

### 2026-06-17: Romania launches major energy upgrades: Electrica's Craiova cogeneration plant and Baia Mare grid modernization

Electrica will build a clean‑energy cogeneration plant in Craiova, while DEER modernised Baia Mare's electric grid, boosting Romania's energy infrastructure.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-launches-major-energy-upgrades-electricas-craiova-cogeneration-plant-and-baia-mare-grid-mode

### 2026-06-16: Romanian regulator cuts gas distribution tariffs by 7.1% from July 1

ANRE cuts Romania’s regulated gas‑distribution tariff by 7.1% to 54.32 lei/MWh from 1 July 2026, affecting 27 operators with variable savings for consumers.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-risks-losing-preemptive-control-over-neptun-deep-gas-as-officials-warn-of-a-useu-energy-poli

### 2026-06-15: Romania's electricity consumption drops while exports surge in early 2026

Romania's electricity use fell 2.7% in early 2026, led by a 10% drop in households, while hydro, wind and solar output rose sharply and exports increased by ~700 M kWh.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-electricity-consumption-drops-while-exports-surge-in-early-2026

### 2026-06-14: Romania plans €30‑40 bn energy upgrades to become regional gas hub

Romania seeks €30‑40 bn to modernise its grid, ready for Black Sea gas, while Transelectrica warns staff shortages could stall the energy upgrades.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-plans-3040-bn-energy-upgrades-to-become-regional-gas-hub

### 2026-06-13: Romania clarifies ownership rules for gas pipelines and land registry extracts

Romanian law ties gas pipeline ownership to contracts, ANRE rules and lifespan, while land registry extracts—available online—detail property data, owners and encumbrances for transactions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-outlines-ownership-and-documentation-rules-for-gas-pipelines-and-property-registers

### 2026-06-12: Romania set to become major gas exporter as EU phases out Russian supplies

EU will cut Russian gas by 2027; Romania could become a net gas exporter by 2028 via Neptun Deep, while the EU proposes tax reforms and smart‑meter rollout to lower energy bills.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-set-to-become-major-gas-exporter-as-eu-phases-out-russian-supplies

### 2026-06-12: Romania and Serbia evaluate the Iron Gates 3 pumped‑storage hydro project

Romania and Serbia are reviewing the €2.63 bn Iron Gates 3 pumped‑storage project, a 2,400 MW hydro plant with added renewables, after a U.S. embassy call for interest.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-and-serbia-evaluate-the-iron-gates-3-pumpedstorage-hydro-project

### 2026-06-12: Romania expands solar‑plus‑battery storage with new projects in Giurgiu and Brașov

Romania boosts solar‑plus‑battery capacity as PPC Renewables adds a 4.47 MW BESS to Colibași and Brașov evaluates storage for its 19.95 MW Stupini solar park.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-expands-solarplusbattery-storage-with-new-projects-in-giurgiu-and-braov

### 2026-06-05: Romania drives electrification while CET II Holboca tender is cancelled

Romania’s energy chief urges a national electrification drive as renewable projects expand, while Iași cancels a costly tender to upgrade the CET II Holboca cogeneration plant.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-drives-electrification-while-cet-ii-holboca-tender-is-cancelled

### 2026-06-03: Romania sees hydroelectric project cost dispute and new wastewater treatment investment

Romania faces a costly dispute over the Pașcani hydroelectric project while approving a 26 million‑lei wastewater‑treatment plant for Prahova’s Șirna and Poienarii Burchii.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanias-pacani-hydro-project-dispute-and-prahova-wastewater-plant-contract

### 2026-06-02: Romania confronts electricity adequacy shortfall and record balancing‑market price spikes

Romania’s 2026‑27 energy adequacy study projects severe winter capacity gaps, while an April 2026 balancing‑market spike hit >€12,000/MWh, raising supply‑security and regulatory concerns.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-confronts-electricity-adequacy-shortfall-and-record-balancingmarket-price-spikes

### 2026-05-29: Romania boosts power generation and grid with solar farms, nuclear restart and high‑voltage upgrades

Romania advances its energy sector with new solar farms, the restart of Cernavodă’s Unităţi 2 reactor, and a €40 M high‑voltage grid upgrade in Reşiţa.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/transelectrica-completes-40-m-resita-400-kv-grid-upgrade-in-western-romania

### 2026-05-26: Transelectrica inaugurates 400 kV Reșița power substation in Romania

Transelectrica opened a 400 kV substation in Reșița, Romania, costing 175.9 million lei, boosting grid capacity and enabling a 1 000 MW link with Serbia.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/transelectrica-inaugurates-400-kv-reia-power-substation-in-romania

### 2026-05-21: Hidroelectrica signs €188 million contract to upgrade Romania's Râul Mare Retezat hydro plant

Hidroelectrica signed a €188 million deal with a Cobra‑Andritz consortium to replace turbines and modernise the Râul Mare Retezat hydro plant, adding ~135 MW capacity and boosting Romania’s energy security.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hidroelectrica-signs-188-million-contract-to-upgrade-romanias-rul-mare-retezat-hydro-plant

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