In 2025, Romania experienced a noteworthy reduction in both electricity consumption and production, as reported by the National Institute for Statistics (INS). Total electricity consumption reached 50.05 TWh, marking a 0.9% decline from the previous year. This decrease was mirrored in industrial demand, which fell to 37.93 TWh, also down 0.9%. Household usage saw a slightly steeper drop of 1%, totaling 11.73 TWh. Additionally, public lighting consumption decreased by 3.3%, amounting to approximately 383 GWh, indicating a broader trend of reduced energy demand across sectors.
Total electricity production in Romania for 2025 was recorded at 51.39 TWh, representing a 2% decrease compared to 2024. Thermal generation saw a slight decline of 0.5%, producing 17.37 TWh. Meanwhile, hydropower output faced a significant reduction of 13.3%, dropping to 12.4 TWh. Contrasting these declines, the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant managed to increase its output by 0.9%, achieving 11.01 TWh. Wind energy production also fell by 4.9%, totaling 6.05 TWh. In a positive development for renewables, solar energy generation—including contributions from prosumers—surged by 33.6%, reaching 4.55 TWh, underscoring the rapid growth of photovoltaic capacity within the country.
<pThe dynamics of Romania's energy market were further illustrated by significant changes in cross-border electricity flows. Exports increased sharply by 33.8%, totaling 14.51 TWh, while imports rose by 32.3%, reaching 18.26 TWh. These shifts indicate a more active regional trading environment and suggest that Romania is positioning itself as a key player in Southeast Europe’s electricity market.
Total primary energy production in Romania also reflected broader trends, with an overall decrease of 2.3%, bringing the figure to 16,526.7 million tons of oil equivalent. Notably, coal production fell by 3.7%, oil output declined by 7.6%, and natural gas production edged down by 0.9%. These changes highlight ongoing transitions within Romania’s domestic energy mix, as the country navigates its path toward greater reliance on renewable sources amid declining fossil fuel outputs.
