Assessment of Local Power Generation Options in Moldova, Progress Report, June 2019

The project, initiated in 2019, aims to evaluate the feasibility of various power generation options, including combined heat and power (CHP) systems and district heating (DH) facilities. The project is being implemented by WorleyParsons, a consulting firm, with funding support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The project's objective is to provide a comprehensive assessment of Moldova's power generation options, taking into account the country's energy demand, supply, and infrastructure. The assessment involves the evaluation of existing CHPs and related DH facilities, as well as the analysis of heat and electricity demand and supply, gas and water supply, land and structural issues, and legal and regulatory considerations. The project's methodology includes the collection and analysis of data from various stakeholders, including Moldovagaz, Termoelectrica, and GN Fenosa. As of June 2019, the project has made significant progress, with draft reports developed for several tasks, including the assessment of existing CHPs and related DH facilities, heat and electricity demand and supply, and legal and regulatory considerations. However, the project has faced delays due to the non-receipt of data packages from some stakeholders, including GN Fenosa and Vestmoldtransgaz. Despite these challenges, the project team has continued to make expediting efforts to obtain the required data and has proceeded with the tasks based on the available information. The project's performance projections for the next month indicate that the following activities are expected to be completed by August 2019: the assessment of existing CHPs and related DH facilities, heat and electricity demand and supply, gas and water supply, and land and structural issues. The project team has also submitted requests for clarification to Moldelectrica and Moldovagaz and has conducted telephone conferences with these stakeholders to discuss additional questions. The assessment of local power generation options in Moldova is a critical component of the country's energy development strategy, and the project's findings are expected to inform policy decisions and guide the development of the country's energy sector. The project's methodology and approach are designed to provide a comprehensive and objective assessment of Moldova's power generation options, taking into account the country's energy demand, supply, and infrastructure.