**Energy Crisis Hits Transnistria**
Transnistria, a self-proclaimed Russian republic in Moldova, is facing an energy crisis. The region’s leader, Vadim Krasnoselsky, says many private homes have traditional wood-burning stoves that can be reactivated to provide heat.
This comes as Ukraine stopped letting Russian gas pass through its territory on January 1st. Russia also stopped sending gas to Moldova, saying the country owed them money. Now, thousands of people in Transnistria are without heating and hot water.
**Impact**
About 1,500 apartment buildings have lost access to heat and hot water. Over 72,000 private homes are without gas service. The situation has forced 150 gas boiler facilities to shut down.
The region’s president, Krasnoselsky, says Transnistria has enough wood resources to help with the heating needs. He’s established fuel distribution points across all districts, where vulnerable citizens can get free firewood.
**Rolling Blackouts**
To prevent grid overload, the government has implemented a rolling blackout schedule. They’re also asking residents to use energy-efficient appliances.
Moldova declared an energy emergency in December, anticipating Russia’s gas supply cutoff.
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