Renewable Energy Consumption: Moldova

Analysis# Moldova Renewable Energy Consumption Moldova derived 21.4% of its total energy consumption from renewable sources in 2021, down slightly from the all-time peak of 26.1% in 2017. This represents a dramatic transformation from 1990, when renewables accounted for just 1.1% of consumption—an increase of 1,845.5% over three decades. The country has firmly established itself as a meaningful renewable energy user, maintaining levels well above 20% for most of the past decade. A notable peak occurred between 2016 and 2017, when renewable energy climbed to 26.1% before declining over the following years. The recent downward trend from 2017 through 2021 suggests potential headwinds, whether from fluctuating hydropower availability or shifts in energy policy. At 21.4% in 2021, Moldova remains substantially above its historical baseline, though the direction of future consumption will likely depend on investment in renewable infrastructure and regional energy dynamics.