February 9th: Baltic Energy Independence Day
Today, the Seimas, the Lithuanian parliament, approved a proposal to add 9 February to the list of commemorative days as Baltic Energy Independence Day.
On 9 February 2025 at 2:05 p.m., the Baltic countries―Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia―began operating on the same frequency in the synchronous zone of continental Europe. This marked the final disconnection from Russia’s electricity system and indicated a historic step towards strengthening the energy independence and resilience of the Baltic region. This historic milestone ended 65 years of dependence on the eastern electricity system and consolidated energy freedom of the Baltic region.
“The synchronisation of the Baltic States is proof of our region’s energy freedom and unity. Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia created the Baltic Way, and from now on 9 February will remind us that persistent joint work can free us from dependence and open the door to energy independence for the Baltic States,” Žygimantas Vaičiūnas, Minister for Energy, said.
The Baltic synchronisation is a mega project that has taken almost two decades to complete, with many people working in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland and the European Union institutions, and has resulted in energy independence for the Baltic States.
Today, the Baltic electricity grids operate successfully in a single synchronous area with those of other European countries, ensuring greater energy security and stability, and greater access to renewable energy.
Last updated: 06-05-2025
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