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Virgil Popescu emphasizes that Romania must give up coal in favor of cleaner and more efficient energy sources, such as gas and renewables.

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The former Minister of Energy, Virgil Popescu, states that a return to coal is a dangerous illusion, considering the inefficiency and high costs associated with this source. He emphasizes that Romania is investing in modernizing the energy system and that the future lies in hydro, nuclear, gas, and renewable energies. Popescu warns that energy from coal is more expensive, which would lead to increased bills for consumers.

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