VIDEO - Ilie Bolojan anunță stare de alertă în România din cauza crizei energetice: Sprijin din partea Ucrainei și apel la reducerea consumului

The National Emergency Committee declared a national alert for August due to reduced electricity production caused by drought. Romania requested urgent energy assistance from Ukraine and urged citizens and businesses to voluntarily reduce consumption. The Danube's water level has dropped significantly, risking the operation of the Cernavodă nuclear power plant. The government allocated funds for urgent works to maintain water flow to the plant. Romania is also seeking energy imports from Bulgaria and Greece, while encouraging maximum operation of gas and coal plants. Authorities expect drought conditions to persist, increasing evening energy demand.