Plans for new gas plants in Romania stalled while costs rose. Meanwhile, batteries sped ahead, with storage going from virtually zero in 2024 to 1.09 GW by Sept 2026, nearly hitting its 2030 target four years early.
The alternative to new gas capacity is already here.
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Romania’s energy crisis exposes faltering gas strategy as battery storage surges - Bankwatch
Romania’s energy crisis has laid bare the risks of relying on delayed gas projects to replace coal power. Meanwhile, battery storage has been developing much faster and is already providing much-neede...