The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the draft Law “On Amendments to the Law of Ukraine ‘On Heat Supply’ Concerning State Energy Supervision (Control) in the District Heating Sector.”
These amendments aim to improve the effectiveness of state energy supervision (control) in Ukraine, thereby ensuring a reliable and stable heat supply for the population.
Specifically, the draft law provides for a clear delineation of the functions of state authorities and strengthened oversight of the technical condition and operation of district heating installations and networks.
“Our goal is to establish a unified and transparent system of supervision in the district heating sector that complies with both national legislation and Ukraine’s international commitments in the field of energy security,” the Ministry of Energy stated.
Key provisions of the draft law include:
- Monitoring the technical condition and operational management of district heating facilities;
- Recording and investigating technological violations and accidents at relevant facilities;
- Organizing and assessing the preparedness of facilities for the heating season and for emergencies;
- Organizing specialized training and drills on the technical operation of thermal, heat-generating, and heat-utilizing installations and networks;
- Ensuring reporting by entities on the technical condition, operation, testing, and repair of facilities.
The draft law also provides for the strengthening of the mandate of the State Inspectorate for Energy Supervision (Derzhenerhonahliad), particularly concerning timely investigations of technological violations and accidents at district heating facilities, as well as assessing their readiness for operation during the heating season and in emergency conditions.
The adoption of the draft law will contribute to reducing the risks of technical failures and improving the reliability of heat supply for the population.
