Currently, the largest repair campaign since the independence of Ukraine is underway with the aim of stabilizing the operation of the power system and preparing for the heating period. Deputy Minister of Energy Mykola Kolisnyk said this on the air of the national marathon "Edyny Novyni".
Points of attention
- Ukraine is currently undertaking the largest repair campaign since independence to stabilize the power system and prepare for the heating season.
- The country heavily relies on nuclear energy to ensure a reliable electricity supply, especially during the winter season pressured by Russia.
- Measures are being implemented to strengthen critical infrastructure and respond promptly to any emergencies in the energy sector.
- The construction of two nuclear units at the Khmelnytsky NPP, with the help of Western partners, is a crucial step towards energy stability in Ukraine.
- Despite daily attacks on energy infrastructure, power engineers are working tirelessly to restore electricity supply to consumers and ensure system stability.
Ukraine is preparing for the heating season on a large scale
We have the set of measures defined by the Government. And on our part, we systematically monitor the implementation of these measures by both companies and local administrations for maximum readiness for the heating season.
Kolisnyk also noted that all appropriate measures have been taken to stabilize the power system. For example, all technical measures for preparing the operation of nuclear generation facilities were completed ahead of schedule.
This adds capacity and the ability to cover the increased demand for electricity.
Measures are being implemented to prepare critical infrastructure objects for emergency response so that they can be responded to promptly in various scenarios. In particular, it is about establishing backup power types for critical infrastructure facilities.
The situation in the energy sector is now stable, although the enemy does not stop daily attacks on energy infrastructure facilities and each strike does not contribute to the stability of the energy system.
Only in the past day, we have restored electricity supply to 6,500 household consumers. This is a significant volume, and it is worth noting that energy companies, despite the anxiety and constant risks, are leaving, restoring electricity supply, and reviving consumers.
Mykola Kolisnyk
Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine
How nuclear energy will save Ukraine from blackouts in winter
To pass the autumn-winter period in the conditions of the winter unleashed by Russia, Ukraine currently relies mainly on its own nuclear power plants.
Our energy system can withstand this pressure primarily thanks to nuclear energy, — said the head of the Ministry of Energy Herman Galushchenko.
It is noted that with the support of Western partners, Ukraine aims to complete the construction of two nuclear units of the Khmelnytskyi NPP this year.
