The integration of smart meters for measuring electricity generated from renewable sources in the Edineț–Cupcini area was the main topic of an extended meeting attended by representatives from the Ministry of Energy, ÎS Moldelectrica, and SA RED Nord.

The meeting was chaired by the State Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Cristina Pereteatcu, responsible for digitalization, and took place at the RED Nord headquarters. During the meeting, technical and institutional aspects related to integrating smart meters into the current infrastructure were discussed as part of the national preparation for the launch of the smart metering system.

The proposed technical solution involves using meters already installed on the 10 kV feeders of the Cupcini substation, equipment that complies with ANRE regulations for electricity measurement for commercial purposes.

RED Nord indicated its readiness to provide complete hourly data on the energy transmitted through these feeders, contributing to full and transparent energy accounting at the boundary points.

These measures aim to strengthen the capacity to integrate renewable energy into the grid, reduce energy losses, and accelerate the digitalization process of the national energy sector.

At the national level and for residential consumers, the implementation of the smart metering pilot project—which seeks to improve networks for efficient energy system management and optimize electricity consumption—was made possible thanks to the support of UNDP Moldova and financial assistance from the Government of Italy.

Between 2023 and 2025, 35,000 smart meters have already been delivered to distribution operators and are in the process of being installed this year in the North and Central-South distribution areas. An additional 25,000 meters are planned to be installed by the end of 2026.