Romania imports electricity from Ukraine after drought forces reactor shutdown

Romanian company Nuclearelectrica is importing electricity from Ukraine to cover a power shortfall after Unit No. 1 of the Cernavodă Nuclear Power Plant had to be shut down.

Source: Nuclearelectrica

Details: The reactor was shut down due to the exceptionally low water levels in the River Danube caused by drought. According to the company, the stability of Romania's power system is at risk.

Background:

• In March, Ukraine resumed electricity exports after a break of almost four months. Exports are only permitted during periods of surplus generation in Ukraine's power system.
• In May, Ukraine increased its electricity exports by 2.8 times.
• Water levels in the Danube continue to fall, and the river could become unnavigable in Serbia. Passenger river transport has already been suspended.

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