Moldova is set to test a real-time digital monitoring system for low voltage electrical networks. This initiative is part of the country’s regulatory sandbox aimed at energy innovations. The decision to approve this project was made in January by the Commission for Innovative Testing Spaces, as reported by MOLDPRES.
Overview of the Digital Monitoring System
The proposed solution enables continuous collection and analysis of vital energy quality parameters. These include:
- Voltage
- Frequency
- Phase imbalances
Additionally, the system will help identify operational losses and other dysfunctions. This project will be implemented under controlled conditions within the regulatory sandbox, allowing authorities to evaluate the impact of advanced digital technologies on distribution networks in real operational settings.
Expected Outcomes
The results from this testing phase are expected to aid in the development and adaptation of regulatory frameworks. Focus areas will include:
- Digitalization of electric networks
- Monitoring energy quality
- Utilization of data in operational processes
Moldova’s Regulatory Sandbox
Moldova has become the first country in Central and Eastern Europe to implement a regulatory sandbox for fostering innovation in the energy sector. This framework allows innovators to test advanced solutions by submitting their proposals on the dedicated web platform at www.sandbox.energie.gov.md.
Several key areas are encouraged for testing within this sandbox environment, including:
- Collective self-consumption and energy communities
- Electromobility
- Grid flexibility and balancing services
- Integration of renewable energy sources
- Biogas and biomethane production
- Smart grids and advanced energy-saving technologies for buildings
This initiative represents a significant step towards modernizing Moldova’s energy infrastructure and promoting sustainable practices in the region.
