Over the past two weeks, IAEA experts have reported a deterioration in the cooling system for the reactors at the russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), which remain in a cold shutdown state.

“The team has observed the increasing challenges in ensuring a reliable supply of cooling water for the six reactors and their safety systems in cold shutdown, especially under current hot weather conditions, when the evaporation rate is high,” said IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.

On 13 August 2025, Ukraine launched joint tactical and special drills involving the Ministry of Energy, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the State Emergency Service, the National Police, the National Guard, critical infrastructure operators, regional military administrations, and other partners responsible for the security of energy facilities.

NJSC "Naftogaz of Ukraine" and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have signed an agreement for a revolving loan of €500 million. This is the largest project the EBRD has ever signed in Ukraine and one of the largest in the Bank’s history. The funds will be used to finance the procurement of imported natural gas.

Minister of Energy of Ukraine Svitlana Grynchuk held an online meeting with Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Türkiye Alparslan Bayraktar. The parties discussed key areas of Ukrainian-Turkish cooperation in the energy sector and agreed on steps to implement joint projects.

Svitlana Grynchuk, Minister of Energy of Ukraine, held an online meeting with Dan Jørgensen, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing. The parties discussed preparations for the heating season, the integration of energy markets, the restoration and modernization of energy infrastructure, the development of renewable energy sources, and the production of renewable gases.

Smoke has been observed in the cargo port area of the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP). The exact location of the fire and its possible consequences are currently being determined. It should be emphasised that the cargo port is located outside the protected perimeter of the plant itself.

Svitlana Grynchuk: “The Ministry of Energy is open to dialogue with young people, educational institutions in Ukraine and worldwide, research institutions, an active civil society, business, and our international partners. We are committed to effective cooperation to ensure the further development of Ukraine’s energy sector.”

On August 10, as a result of a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, the External Crisis Center of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was hit. Fortunately, none of the employees were injured, but the office building sustained partial destruction.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed Decrees No. 594/2025 and No.

The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway summarized the results of their cooperation over the past three years and identified further steps in the development of the gas sector, preparation for the heating season, and the implementation of green technologies.