Baltic countries to disconnect from Russia's energy system, synchronize with EU

The press service of the Estonian energy company Elering reports.

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are finalizing their exit from the Russian-controlled energy system. Currently, these countries operate as part of the IPS/UPS, whose frequency is regulated by Russia.

Elering said that as early as February 8, 2025, the Baltic power systems will disconnect from the IPS/UPS system and begin a joint test of their power systems in the energy island mode. Synchronization with the frequency of continental Europe will take place on February 9.

“Synchronisation will enable better EU transmission system interconnectivity and market integration, allowing Baltic electricity systems to operate under common and transparent European rules to the benefit of all the consumers,” the report says.

• In August last year, the operators of the electricity transmission systems of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania signed a synchronization agreement that provides for disconnection from the Russian-controlled system and connection to the continental European grid.