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Romania makes changes to natural gas licence regulations
Varinia Radu Ramona Dulamea Raluca Diaconeasa Madalina Constantinescu On 1 January 2026, Romania enforced ANRE Order 83/2025, which amends the process for granting authorisations and licences in the natural gas sector and repeals the previous 2020 Regulation. The following article summarises the most important updates and explores their potential impact.
Romania’s energy authority amends electricity grid capacity allocation mechanism
Varinia Radu Raluca Diaconeasa Ada Romanti On 16 December 2025, Romania’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) adopted Order No. 79/2025, amending and supplementing Order No. 53/2024. The new regulation, Order 79, updates the Methodology for allocating electricity network capacity for the connection of electricity generation facilities and introduces important clarifications affecting grid access and auction procedures.
Romania to issue draft GEO promoting biomethane production
The Romanian government is planning to introduce a new government emergency ordinance on biomethane production in Romania, which is being eagerly anticipated by the industry given that Romania’s vast gas distribution network of approximately 60,000 km could be repurposed for transporting green gases such as biomethane, which would secure supplies and contribute to the decarbonisation of the energy system.
Romania adopts short-term energy reforms to reduce consumer prices
On 4 September 2025, the Romanian government adopted a Memorandum addressing short-term reforms in the energy market designed to minimise the exposure of end consumers to increases in electricity prices.
Romania energy companies required to make advance payments for electricity on the forward market
The Romanian National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) has adopted a new order introducing an advance payment obligation or guarantee for electricity purchase contracts concluded on the forward market.
Romania energy companies required to make advance payments for electricity on the forward market
The Romanian National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) has adopted a new order introducing an advance payment obligation or guarantee for electricity purchase contracts concluded on the forward market.
Romania passes amendments to grid connection rules
On 1 June 2025, Order 20/2025 for amending and supplementing orders by the Romanian Regulatory Authority (ANRE) regarding grid connection regulations went into force after being approved on 27 May. The following article outlines the main updates to the grid connection regime, highlighting both the provisions and structural clarifications introduced by Order 20. 1.
Romania launches second CfD auction
On 12 May, the Romanian Ministry of Energy launched the auction initiation order for the second CfD (“Contracts for Difference”) auction of 2025. The deadline for submitting clarifications is 30 May and the deadline for submitting applications is 11 July. Successful applicants will be announced on 14 August and new CfD contracts will be signed before 9 September. The total capacities in the auction are as follows: – 2,000 MW for onshore wind; – 1,472 MW for solar PV.
Romania introduces new electricity licensing rules, prioritises offshore wind generation
With the 26 March 2025 adoption of a new regulation approved by Order no. 6/2025, Romania’s electricity sector enters a new licensing era under the Romanian Energy Regulation Authority (ANRE). The Regulation, which replaces the rules specified under Order 12/2015, applies to ongoing applications. The following article outlines the main updates to the licensing regime, highlighting both the provisions and structural clarifications introduced by the new regulation.
Romania removes double taxation of stored electricity from the legal framework
On 21 November 2024, the Romanian government approved a new Government Emergency Ordinance (GEO 134/2024) promoting the elimination of double charging and stimulating the development of energy storage technologies to ensure the transition to a low-carbon economy by amending Electricity Law 123/2012 and Law no. 220/2008 for the promotion of renewable energy production. This new GEO responds to the significant challenges faced by the National Electricity System due to the lack of storage solutions.
Romania enacts CfD support scheme with first auction launched
As part of its EU commitment to promote decarbonisation and the development of low-carbon energy sources with a focus on renewable energy, Romania passed a legislative package containing a two-way Contracts for Difference (CfD) support mechanism, leading to the announcement of the first auction for solar and onshore wind technologies. The Romanian CfD framework is made up of a legislative suite.
Romania enacts CfD support scheme with first auction launched
11/09/2024 As part of its EU commitment to promote decarbonisation and the development of low-carbon energy sources with a focus on renewable energy, Romania passed a legislative package containing a two-way Contracts for Difference (CfD) support mechanism, leading to the... Read more
Romania enacts CfD support scheme with first auction launched
As part of its EU commitment to promote decarbonisation and the development of low-carbon energy sources with a focus on renewable energy, Romania passed a legislative package containing a two-way Contracts for Difference (CfD) support mechanism, leading to the announcement of the first auction for solar and onshore wind technologies. The Romanian CfD framework is made up of a legislative suite.
Romania shifts towards auction-based mechanism for grid access
On 2 August 2024, Romania’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) published an order stating that access to Romania’s power grid will change to an auction-based mechanism in 2026. The order replaces the current mechanism for allocating grid capacity based on auctions, which has obliged grid connection applicants to participate in general reinforcement works for the electricity grid upstream of the connection point.
Romania shifts towards auction-based mechanism for grid access
On 2 August 2024, Romania’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) published an order stating that access to Romania’s power grid will change to an auction-based mechanism in 2026. The order replaces the current mechanism for allocating grid capacity based on auctions, which has obliged grid connection applicants to participate in general reinforcement works for the electricity grid upstream of the connection point.
Romania shifts towards auction-based mechanism for grid access
Romania shifts towards auction-based mechanism for grid access 05/08/2024 On 2 August 2024, Romania’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) published an order stating that access to Romania’s power grid will change to an auction-based mechanism in 2026. The order replaces the current mechanism for allocating grid capacity... Read more Authors Varinia Radu Partner Bucharest Raluca Diaconeasa Senior Associate Bucharest
Why we need Contracts for Difference in Romania
Article supported by CMS Romania Evenimente 9 aprilie - Eveniment Profit.ro - Investiții vs Deficit: Provocări și riscuri sub impactul datoriei și deficitelor publice în creștere 23 aprilie - Profit News TV - Maratonul de Educație Financiară Author: Varinia Radu, Partner CMS Romania The last three years put Romania back on the map of the RES investments with an unprecedented appetite from global investors (independent power producers, private equity funds, infra funds, institutional...
Romania announces public consultation for ESCO contract models
The Ministry of Energy has put the ESCO framework contracts for industry and local authorities into public consultation until 12 of February 2024. The draft contracts represent an integrant part of the already adopted Government Decision No. 1329/2023 regulating the necessary measures for the operation of companies providing energy design and energy performance services (GD 1329/2023).
New Romanian energy investment opportunities supported by Mondernisation Fund
The Ministry of Energy has initiated public consultations for two guidelines pertaining to the Modernisation Fund (MF) until 18 February. The consolidated guidelines are expected to be published in late February, with the intention of launching the two calls for projects on 1 March, which will be open for 90 days.
A new chapter for the Romanian NRRP: RES acceleration zones and One Stop Shop offices
The Romanian Council of Ministers for Economic and Financial Affairs (ECOFIN) has assessed the amendment of Romania’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) and the Council of the European Union will issue a new implementation decision shortly. The NRRP amendment from December 2023 includes a REPowerEU chapter (Component 16) and has a total allocation of EUR 28.5 billion (EUR 14.9 billion in loans, EUR 13.6 billion in grants), which covers 66 reforms and 111 investments.
New OFFSHORE WIND law in Romania
On December 21, the Romanian Government approved the draft Law on offshore wind operations in the Black Sea („the Offshore law”). Once approved, the Offshore law will go through the Parliamentary debate next February, according to the Ministry of Energy public delarations.The Offshore law is part of the Romanian Goverment commitments under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan.
Romania offers mineral resources licences via new public tender
On 21 November, Romania’s Official Gazette published the Order of the President of the Romanian National Agency for Mineral Resources (NAMR) for approving the list of perimeters for the concession of exploration activities through public tender – Round No. 101/2023 for various mineral resources such as (poly)metallic ores, copper, gold and silver ores, geothermal, therapeutical and mineral waters, coal, iron and manganese minerals, etc.
Romania offers mineral resources licences via new public tender
On 21 November, Romania’s Official Gazette published the Order of the President of the Romanian National Agency for Mineral Resources (NAMR) for approving the list of perimeters for the concession of exploration activities through public tender – Round No. 101/2023 for various mineral resources such as (poly)metallic ores, copper, gold and silver ores, geothermal, therapeutical and mineral waters, coal, iron and manganese minerals, etc.
Romania increases royalties in oil & gas sector
In October 2023, the Romanian government enacted Ordinance 91/2023 (GEO 91/2023), which increases royalties from the oil & gas sector in order to ensure sustainability of public finances and efficient management of budget revenues.
Romania offers mineral resources licences via new public tender
Romania offers mineral resources licences via new public tender 28/11/2023 On 21 November, Romania’s Official Gazette published the Order of the President of the Romanian National Agency for Mineral Resources (NAMR) for approving the list of perimeters for the concession of exploration activities through public tender – Round No... Read more Authors Varinia Radu Partner Bucharest Ramona Dulamea Counsel Bucharest
Romania increases royalties in oil & gas sector
In October 2023, the Romanian government enacted Ordinance 91/2023 (GEO 91/2023), which increases royalties from the oil & gas sector in order to ensure sustainability of public finances and efficient management of budget revenues.
Romania increases royalties in oil & gas sector
27/11/2023 In October 2023, the Romanian government enacted Ordinance 91/2023 (GEO 91/2023), which increases royalties from the oil & gas sector in order to ensure sustainability of public finances and efficient management of budget revenues.For the crude oil sector, royalties... Read more
CJEU ruling on exclusive licences for mineral water springs, weighing in on an EU-Romanian legal conundrum
On 21 September 2023, the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) ruled on an issue regarding Romanian policies on the exploitation of its mineral water springs, and clarified a matter that stands at the intersection of EUR competition law (Article 106 (1) TFEU and Article 102 TFEW) and the national policy making of an EU member state.
CJEU ruling on exclusive licences for mineral water springs, weighing in on an EU-Romanian legal conundrum
CJEU ruling on exclusive licences for mineral water springs, weighing in on an EU-Romanian legal conundrum 26/10/2023 On 21 September 2023, the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU) ruled on an issue regarding Romanian policies on the exploitation of its mineral water springs, and clarified a matter that stands at the intersection of EUR competition law (Article 106 (1) TFEU and...
Oil and Gas Energy Transition
While there is an expanded awareness and also ambitious goals coming out of fora, like the COPs, and policy developments, such as the EU’s REPowerEU initiative, the continuing year-on-year increase (aside from in the Covid years) in global CO2 emissions serves as a reminder that the transition to a low carbon global economy remains enormously complex, challenging and a work in progress.
Romanian Competition Council identifies barriers to market entry of renewable electricity producers
The Romanian Competition Council (RCC) recently released a joint study (the “Study”) by the RCC and the Romanian National Regulatory Authority in the Energy Sector (ANRE) showing that market entry for producers of electricity from renewable energy sources (RES) is hindered by legislative and bureaucratic barriers, financing hurdles, and the insufficient development of electricity transmission and distribution networks.
Romania announces new framework for hydrogen energy integration
The Romanian parliament has recently adopted a new law on the integration of hydrogen from renewable and low-carbon sources in the industry and transport sectors. The long awaited Hydrogen Law establishes obligations on fuel suppliers to provide fuels from renewable sources and sets minimum percentages of hydrogen from renewable sources in fuel used in Romania.
Romania announces new framework for hydrogen energy integration
The Romanian parliament has recently adopted a new law on the integration of hydrogen from renewable and low-carbon sources in the industry and transport sectors. The long awaited Hydrogen Law establishes obligations on fuel suppliers to provide fuels from renewable sources and sets minimum percentages of hydrogen from renewable sources in fuel used in Romania.
Romania announces new framework for hydrogen energy integration
Romania announces new framework for hydrogen energy integration 12/07/2023 The Romanian parliament has recently adopted a new law on the integration of hydrogen from renewable and low-carbon sources in the industry and transport sectors. The long awaited Hydrogen Law establishes obligations on fuel suppliers to provide fuels from renewable... Read more Authors Varinia Radu Partner Bucharest
Romania takes further steps to promote renewable energy use
The year 2022 brought changes to Romania's renewable-energy sector with the introduction of Government Emergency Ordinance no. 163/2022 (GEO), which clarifies the definition of the prosumer to include the prosumer’s right to store and sell electricity generated or stored to its electricity supplier and/or to consumers connected through direct lines.
Romania imposes temporary windfall tax for the oil, gas, coal industries and the refining sector
On 28 December 2022, the Romanian Government passed Government Ordinance no.186/2022 (GEO), which introduces taxation of excessive profits generated by companies and permanent establishments operating in the oil, natural gas, coal, and refining sectors. This GEO was mandated by EU Regulation no.
In review: renewable energy policy and regulation in Romania
An extract from The Renewable Energy Law Review, 5th Edition The policy and regulatory framework i The policy background In June 2020, the Senate proposed for debate a draft law regarding the necessary measures for performing operations for offshore wind exploitation. Currently, this draft law is still awaiting endorsements from various parliamentary committees.
Energy Transition: The evolving role of oil & gas companies in a net-zero future | Lexology
After an extraordinary year of health and economic challenges, the global oil and gas sector has an essential role to play in the economic recovery. The same could however be said of any economic recovery and expansion over the past 100 years – during this time oil and gas companies have provided most of the primary energy that has fuelled huge economic growth. But this time does look different.
Romania - Power market - New solution for cross border trading for the intraday market | Lexology
Romanian Gas and Electricity Market Operator “OPCOM” SA announced on 15 May 2019, that a new local trading solution to access the Single Intraday Coupling, will be made available to the Romanian Intraday Market Participants.
Romania’s electricity market to be fully liberalised in 2018
Starting with 1 January 2018, Romania’s electricity market will be fully liberalised. This move comes as a result of a long price deregulation process, which began back in 2007: the price deregulation for non-household consumers was completed on 1 January 2014, and the price deregulation for household consumers was made in stages, with the final stage ending on 31 December 2017.
New trading rules for Green Certificates in Romania
In 2016, only 0.06% of Green Certificates (“GCs”) were traded on the GCs centralised market. In an effort to improve the GCs market, on 29 August 2017, the Romanian Regulatory Authority for Energy (“ANRE”) published the “Regulation for the organisation and functioning of the Green Certificates Market” (the “Regulation”). The Regulation aims to ensure a transparent and non-discriminatory framework for trading GCs and to create a more liquid and efficient local market.
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