All new buildings constructed in Moldova will be required to meet the nearly zero energy consumption (NZEB) standard, and existing buildings undergoing major renovations must be upgraded accordingly, where technically and economically feasible. The government approved this objective today as part of a new national plan aimed at increasing the number of NZEBs by 2030.
Nearly zero energy buildings combine superior thermal insulation with renewable energy systems, such as solar panels, and promote technologies like heat pumps and heat recovery ventilation to reduce energy use.
The plan includes a set of targeted measures to encourage both the construction of new NZEBs and the transformation of existing buildings into high-efficiency structures. The initiative is part of Moldova’s broader commitment to reducing final energy consumption and cutting greenhouse gas emissions in line with national and international climate goals.
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“In the context of the crises Moldova is facing, improving the energy performance of buildings is a national priority for ensuring the energy security of our citizens,” said Dorin Junghietu, Minister of Energy. “Buildings account for about 50% of final energy consumption and over half of greenhouse gas emissions. Substantially increasing the energy efficiency of our building stock is essential to achieving long-term climate targets.”
The estimated cost of implementing the plan is 15 million lei, with 3 million to be covered by the state budget and the rest financed through external technical assistance. The plan also relies on funding from development partners and private sector investment.
Authorities will implement the strategy within approved budget allocations and will prioritize capacity-building support at the national level as a key component.