Summary:
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### **1. Power Plant & Equipment Requirements**
* Only **onshore** (land-based) wind farms are allowed.
* **All equipment must be new**; reconditioned or second-hand components are prohibited.
* Wind turbines must be **commercially proven models**, not prototypes.
### **2. Turbine Specifications**
* **IEC Class II or III** turbines suitable for Moldova’s wind regime.
* Recommended turbine rating **≥ 3 MW** (common range: 4–6 MW).
* **Rotor diameter ≥ 100 m**; **hub height ≥ 80 m** (120–140 m preferred).
* **Minimum warranty: 10 years.**
### **3. Electrical & Control Requirements**
* Mandatory **SCADA system** with remote access and grid operator integration.
* Turbines must support:
* Active power curtailment
* Voltage & frequency regulation
* All grid-code protections (ROCOF, anti-islanding, over/under-voltage)
### **4. Grid Connection**
* Connection at **110 kV or 35 kV**, depending on location.
* Requires a **Grid Connection Permit** from Moldelectrica or Premier Energy.
* Developer pays **100% of connection infrastructure**.
### **5. Required Studies & Permits**
* **At least 12 months** wind measurement (met mast or LiDAR).
* **Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)**.
* Urban planning documentation.
* **Civil Aviation** obstacle clearance.
### **6. Commercial Framework**
* **Max tariff:** ~1.50 MDL/kWh (excl. VAT).
* **Contract term:** 15 years with Energocom.
* Market model: **Competitive Feed-in-Premium (FiP).**
### **7. Typical Turbine Models**
Examples of compliant turbines include:
* **Vestas:** V136, V150 (3.6–5.6 MW)
* **Siemens Gamesa:** SG 145/155 (4.5–6.6 MW)
* **GE Vernova:** Cypress 158/164 (4.8–6.1 MW)
* **Nordex:** N133/N149/N163 (4.0–6.0 MW)
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