“Renewable energy has not been well integrated into the national energy system. The condition introduced in 2008 was madness—it created chaos, and everything was done without a legislation to define the role of each player in the energy puzzle.

Without proper legislation, everyone invested. Investors and financiers allocated unlimited resources, especially into solar and wind energy. Through that condition, we assumed the closure of certain conventional base-load energy capacities,” said Viorel Tudose, CEO of Getica 95, during the Green Energy Conference organized by The Diplomat-Bucharest.

Key statements:

• “We must look at renewable energy integration in the national energy mix with fresh eyes. We should stop lamenting, stop being passive, and acknowledge the mistakes we made—whether intentional or not. Mistakes have been made in renewables.”
• “The real question is: starting today, in September 2025, how do we ensure we don’t repeat those mistakes? Once we’ve embarked on this path, there is no turning back. Renewables must reach the share we committed to in the coming years, but this requires a solid national energy strategy, with a horizon of at least 30–50 years.”
• “Since we gave up conventional base-load energy, storage units have become essential. But I don’t believe simply multiplying storage units is enough, because renewable energy is not predictable.”
• “We must sit down together and find a solution to solve today’s key challenge—balancing energy sources.”
• “The sustainability of the energy system—or the sustainability of energy prices—must come from the mix, ensuring the lowest possible price. We cannot afford to pay massive costs on the balancing market, nor to justify investments solely because they earn high returns in balancing.”
• “The energy market has changed completely. An energy supplier is no longer just a supplier of energy, but a provider of services for units that must be integrated into the national energy mix.”
• “On a more optimistic note, I believe integrating renewables into the national mix is possible. We can achieve performance and become an important player in the European market.”
• “The state must accelerate the development of Romania’s energy system. Without energy, we are nothing. Eighty percent of a country’s development depends on energy—whether conventional or green.”