Romania's Dacia and Ford halt production to cut energy use
Acting prime minister and acting energy minister Ilie Bolojan said Dacia and Ford have voluntarily halted production until August 19 to reduce electricity use, delivering about 200 MW of savings. Government officials reported that average consumption was about 200 MW lower Monday morning thanks to voluntary cuts by companies and households. Authorities urged reduced evening lighting and building activity and signaled a possible government decision to allow the national dispatch center to notify large consumers 24 hours ahead to set consumption limits if voluntary measures prove insufficient.
Dacia and Ford paused production, saving about 200 MW.
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The government asked big users to cut electricity use during evening peaks. Companies and citizens agreed to voluntary reductions. If voluntary measures fail, the government may set formal limits with 24 hours notice.
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