Romania reaches 30% wind power milestone

Green Forum
Romania reached a landmark moment in its energy sector, with wind power generating over 30% of the nation's total electricity consumption—an achievement the authorities have described as symbolic.

Energy Minister Sebastian Burduja announced the milestone in a social media post, calling it a major step forward in the country's energy transition and a clear sign of the impact that sustained investments in renewable energy are having.

“The wind is blowing favorably for Romania! At this moment, over 30% of the country's energy is generated by wind turbines. This symbolic threshold is a clear signal: the energy transition is underway, and Romania is securing an increasingly strong position on Europe's green energy map. It is yet another proof that investments in renewables are paying off”, stated Romania's Minister of Energy.

In addition to wind, Burduja pointed out that hydroelectric sources contribute around 20%, while solar energy adds another 11%. Combined with nuclear power from the Cernavodă plant, a total of 82% of Romania's electricity is now produced from low- or zero-emission sources. The minister emphasized that this progress stems directly from the Ministry of Energy's strategic initiatives in recent years.

RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED FROM THE HOME PAGE
Energy

Solar module makers show first financial stability in over a year

The newly published Edition 2 2026 of the PV Module Manufacturer Ranking Report shows the first signs of stabilisation in the solar manufacturing sector's balance sheets after more than a year of steady deterioration. The table tracks the Altman Z-Score, a widely used measure of bankruptcy risk, for 64 publicly listed photovoltaic module manufacturers, and has now been refreshed with first-quarter 2026 data.

Energy

Romanian floating solar pioneer partners with university

The Faculty of Hydrotechnics from the Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest and Waldevar Floating PV have signed a strategic partnership to accelerate innovation in renewable energy and prepare the next generation of specialists in floating photovoltaic technologies.

Energy

Rezolv Energy launches Bulgaria's St. George solar park

Rezolv Energy has commissioned the St. George solar park in Silistra, Bulgaria, marking the company's first project to become operational. The 225 MW facility reached full operational status in under three years from acquisition of development rights.