First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal met with the German Ambassador to Ukraine, Heiko Thoms, to discuss the implementation of Ukrainian-German energy projects and strengthening Germany’s support.
Denys Shmyhal noted that Ukraine relies on continued partnership with Germany to strengthen the resilience of Ukraine’s energy system.
- After recent attacks, parts of Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Dnipropetrovsk oblasts were temporarily without electricity. Restoration work continues.
- The situation remains difficult in Kyiv region and Odesa. Energy crews are working around the clock to restore normal conditions for residents.
- Hourly electricity outage schedules are in effect nationwide, along with power limitation schedules for industry and business. In some regions, emergency blackouts have been applied due to the strained energy system.
Under the chairmanship of First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal, the next meeting of the Headquarters for the Elimination of Emergency Consequences in Kyiv and the Kyiv region was held, during which the situation regarding electricity and heat supply in the region was discussed.
First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal took part in a meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Alexandru Munteanu.
The parties discussed areas for deepening cooperation in the energy sector.
“Ukraine is interested in cooperation between Ukrenergo and Moldelectrica. Synchronization of networks, enhanced mutual regulation, the signing of an agreement on cross-border electricity flows and emergency support are the focus of our work,” Denys Shmyhal noted.
First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held an online meeting with Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Energy and Tourism of Austria. The parties discussed Ukraine’s needs amid the ongoing energy emergency and agreed to review all urgent requirements regarding the transfer of reserve or used equipment from Austrian power plants to Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted in the second reading and as a whole draft law No. 13219 aimed at improving competitive conditions for electricity generation from renewable energy sources. The state continues to establish clear and competitive rules for the development of renewable energy — solar, wind, and other “green” sources. This is an important component of the country’s energy security, particularly amid ongoing enemy attacks on the power system. Private investment is essential to restore and further develop the sector.
As of early February, 1.4 GW of distributed gas-fired generation has been commissioned in Ukraine, including 1.1 GW connected to the electricity grid and 0.3 GW installed for self-consumption. In January alone, 192 MW of new capacity was brought online.
- As a result of hostilities and shelling of energy infrastructure, consumers in Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk regions remain without electricity. Efforts to eliminate the consequences of the attacks and restore power supply are ongoing. Energy workers are doing everything possible to bring equipment damaged by the enemy back into operation.
The Netherlands has announced an additional EUR 35 million contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, bringing its total support through the Fund to EUR 100 million.
The additional funding will be directed to the Ray of Hope initiative and used to install rooftop solar power systems. The project aims to ensure a reliable electricity supply for critical infrastructure - primarily hospitals - even in the event of emergency power outages following Russian attacks.
Under the chairmanship of First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal, a regular meeting of the Headquarters for the Elimination of the Consequences of Emergencies for Kyiv and the region was held. Reports were presented by representatives of energy companies, the Ministry for Development, and the regional and city authorities.
