Government presents 19 investment projects for energy, roads, schools and healthcare

Works to make homes more energy-efficient, water networks, roads and healthcare facilities are included in the 19 strategic projects presented by the Government of the Republic of Moldova on October 29, 2026. The investments are planned for the coming years, with support from the European Union, but the projects are at different stages of preparation and implementation.

In brief

• The Government is planning energy-efficiency improvements for 1,400 homes and 40 public buildings in the Republic of Moldova.

• Investments in water supply are expected to provide access to safe water for approximately 700,000 people, according to the Government.

• The European Union’s Growth Plan is worth a total of €1.9 billion, and the allocation of funds depends on the implementation of the agreed reforms.

What energy investments are planned?

Energy projects include energy-efficiency improvements for 1,400 homes and 40 public buildings, as well as the modernisation of the district heating system in Chisinau. The Government estimates that work on the heating system would save around 4.5 million cubic metres of natural gas.

The plans also provide for the construction of the Balti–Dnestrovsk power line and the modernisation of the national electricity grids. According to the Government, the investments are intended to strengthen energy security and reduce costs for consumers.

What is planned for roads and water supply?

Investments in water supply systems are expected to provide safe water for approximately 700,000 people, according to the Government. Transport infrastructure plans include a motorway, the Chisinau ring road and the renovation of several roads.

The projects also include the construction of a new terminal at Chisinau International Airport. The investments are expected to be carried out in the coming years, with no detailed timetable for each project provided in the information presented by the Government.

What support is planned for agriculture?

Small farmers are expected to receive more than $43 million in financial support, according to the plans presented by the Government. Agricultural investments also include irrigation systems for 6,900 hectares of land.

The Government also plans to continue the “Livada Moldovei II” programme. The measures are presented as investments to increase the profitability and competitiveness of agriculture.

Which educational and medical institutions are targeted?

In education, plans include the modernisation of 20 model schools and the renovation of six universities. In vocational and technical education, work is planned at 24 teaching buildings and 23 student dormitories.

The plans include the construction of the HiTech Park Stauceni technology campus. In healthcare, the investments target the modernisation of 10 rural health centres, the development of Balti Regional Hospital and the establishment of a centre for managing special waste.

How will the projects be funded and managed?

The projects are to be funded through the Growth Plan for the Republic of Moldova, with additional resources to be mobilised, including from international development partners. The EU programme is worth a total of €1.9 billion, and allocations are conditional on progress in implementing the agreed reforms.

The 19 projects are at different stages of preparation: some are advanced, while others are at the technical feasibility study stage. The Government intends to establish the “Moldova Proiect” structure to coordinate investments and reduce delays related to approvals, tenders and appeals.

Progress on the projects can be tracked on the Government platform “Construim Moldova”, according to the Government. The Government says the public will be able to consult information on implementation stages and any delays.