Romania says voluntary power savings cut evening demand by up to 300 MW

10 August 2026 Romania reduced electricity consumption by around 200-300 MW during evening peak hours this week as households, companies and public institutions responded to government calls to conserve energy, Prime Minister and acting Energy Minister Ilie Bolojan said, cited by B1TV. Bolojan said evening consumption, which in previous years typically reached around 7,700-8,000 MW, was recorded at between 7,300 MW and 7,700 MW on most days this week. He said the reduction was significant as domestic electricity production does not always cover peak demand. The reduction was recorded on almost every day except one when high temperatures drove increased use of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment in shops and warehouses, Bolojan said. The government has appealed to large industrial