Deputy Ministers of Energy of Ukraine Hanna Lihun and Andrii Chotchykov participated in the 8th meeting of the Coordination Committee of the Ukrainian-Danish Energy Partnership Programme (UDEPP). Representatives of the Danish Energy Agency, the Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark in Ukraine, the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the National Energy and Utilities Regulatory Commission (NEURC), NPC Ukrenergo, the State Agency on Energy Efficiency and Energy Saving of Ukraine, and the Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine also took part in the event.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the implementation results of the UDEPP Work Programme in 2026, preparations for the next phase of the partnership — UDEPP II for 2027–2031 — as well as further support for the recovery and transformation of Ukraine’s energy sector.

Hanna Lihun expressed gratitude to the Government of Denmark for its continued support of Ukraine and constructive cooperation in the energy sector.

“This winter became the most challenging throughout the entire period of the full-scale war. Despite massive russian attacks and extremely low temperatures, our energy system endured thanks to the heroic work of energy workers, the support of our partners, and the effective efforts of Ukrainian defenders and air defence forces,” the Deputy Minister noted.

She emphasized that Ukraine is already actively preparing for the next autumn-winter period. Key priorities include emergency repairs and replacement of damaged equipment, the establishment of reserves, procurement of equipment for the restoration and physical protection of energy facilities, as well as issues related to nuclear safety. Owing to international support, Ukraine received 2,628 units of energy equipment between January and April 2026, including generators, transformers, cogeneration units, boilers, and modular boiler houses.

Particular attention during the meeting was devoted to the implementation of joint projects in energy modelling, renewable energy development, biomethane, energy efficiency, and the integration of Ukrainian energy legislation into the EU acquis.

In particular, participants noted that within the framework of UDEPP, six rounds of the energy modelling training programme were successfully completed during 2024–2025, followed by a transition to a new phase of cooperation focused on the use of modelling tools for the preparation of strategic documents of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine. Discussions also covered the development of the REZOMA GIS platform for renewable energy project planning and the establishment of “green zones” for renewable energy development at the community and regional levels.

In addition, the parties discussed further support for Mykolaiv, including continuation of the decarbonisation office’s activities and implementation of solutions aimed at modernising the city’s district heating system.

Another important area of cooperation within UDEPP remains the development of the biomethane sector. Hanna Lihun stressed that Ukraine views biomethane and other renewable gases as an important element of energy independence and European integration.

“We remain committed to further strengthening cooperation with Denmark — both to reinforce the resilience of Ukraine’s energy system today and to support the long-term transformation of the energy sector on Ukraine’s path toward European integration,” the Deputy Minister stated.

The Danish side reaffirmed its readiness to continue supporting Ukraine in the restoration of energy infrastructure, the development of sustainable energy, and the implementation of joint projects under UDEPP.