The expansion of renewable energy capacities, particularly wind power plants, is a priority in the development of distributed generation and in enhancing Ukraine’s energy resilience.
This was emphasized by First Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine Artem Nekrasov during the Ukrainian Wind Energy Forum 2025: “Rebuilding the country with the help of wind.”
The event is supported by the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine and the European Wind Energy Association WindEurope. European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, also addressed the forum participants.
Artem Nekrasov stressed that the green transformation remains a key priority for Ukraine, even amid wartime challenges.
“Our goal is not only to achieve 6.2 GW of wind energy capacity by 2030 but also to integrate Ukrainian wind energy into the European market. This requires grid development, energy storage systems, and bold solutions based on trust and partnership, necessitating coordinated work between the state, local communities, and investors,” he noted.
The First Deputy Minister also emphasized that the government is working to create the most favorable conditions for attracting investors. In particular, long-term direct power purchase agreements (Corporate PPAs) between renewable energy producers and consumers, suppliers, or traders have been introduced; a mechanism for issuing Guarantees of Origin for renewable energy has been implemented; and support quota auctions, so-called “green” auctions, have been launched, based on global best practices.
Artem Nekrasov highlighted the importance of equipment localization and job creation and expressed gratitude to private companies for their active participation in developing Ukraine’s wind energy sector.
Distributed generation and renewable energy also play an important role in strengthening energy resilience during the heating season.
In preparation for the 2025–2026 heating season, work is underway to introduce additional generation capacities. The government is utilizing all available tools to support and promote these initiatives.
