Romania’s energy transition: Evolution of policy and market

Romania has emerged as one of the fastest-growing markets for energy transition ambition in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) in recent years, driven by strengthened policy commitments and alignment with EU climate objectives. The government has signalled a clear intention to phase out coal and accelerate the deployment of renewable energy. This is the first in a series of articles about the Romanian market. In this article, inspiratia asks how the policy landscape in Romania translates into investment conditions, and whether the country is well-positioned to deliver a cleaner, more resilient, and financially sustainable power system.