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* These provisions have been integral in the repairs and preservation of Ukraine's energy infrastructure, which has endured severe damages caused by Russian attacks. As part of this initiative, the delivery of critical equipment - including specialized vehicles, transformers, electric switchgear, and district heating sector equipment among others - is underway. A considerable number of these items are already operational within Ukraine, offering immediate support to the energy sector and consumers. * OGEL Special Issue on The Impact of the War in Ukraine on the Energy Sector https://lnkd.in/gJVYZ5uu

Ukraine Has Lost 9 Gigawatts of Energy Production Capacity, Half of What Is Needed for Winter, — EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson, Financial Times Simson emphasized that, to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe in #Ukraine, Western countries must assist in repairing damaged facilities, provide small decentralized generators, deploy photovoltaic systems on the roofs of hospitals and schools, gradually increase electricity exports to Ukraine, and strengthen the country’s air defense.

Due to the recent attacks, Ukraine faces its most challenging energy situation since the start of the war, said DTEK CEO Maksym Timchenko. "We have lost 80% of the available capacity. Of course, these are the most difficult times since the beginning of the full-scale invasion in terms of the country's energy supply and the scale of destruction," he said. “The main problem is the lack of sufficient air defense systems. We can restore power plants and bring additional equipment, but we don't know what will happen the next day. We won't have anything to restore soon,” he added. The situation is currently stable thanks to the warm weather and European electricity imports, but this will change in winter. Meanwhile, it has been decided to deploy a network of small and medium-sized cogeneration facilities in 32 cities of Ukraine. This is necessary to ensure a stable heat supply for more than a million residents of apartment buildings and about 1,000 social facilities, independent from electricity supply. Ukrainian businesses are encouraged to develop their electricity generation capabilities and storage systems. https://lnkd.in/dCKXDUq3

The intensity of the attacks, which have also targeted solar and hydro-electric power facilities, forced Kyiv to import power and sparked fears about the resilience of an energy system that was hobbled by a Russian air campaign in the war's first winter. #ukraine #russianattacks #electricalsystem #infrastructure #powergeneration #hydropower #solarpower #substations

Good piece by Adrian about life without electricity in Ukraine. The time period of Adrian’s observations roughly coincides with my time in Ukraine as well. As in other respects, Ukrainians have shown amazing adaptation and innovation skills in energy generation and preservation, but the outlook for the winter is still quite dire. I echo Adrian’s recommendations to prioritize support for Ukraine in two major area: air-defense to protect its civilian infrastructure (and lives!) and for Ukraine’s partners to be more expedient and creative in restoring and supplementing Ukraine’s energy. A recent report by the Polish think tank Forum Energii, for example, argued that one of the most effective way to restore balancing capacities in Ukraine was to install small and dispersed gas units close to gas networks to Ukraine (these units can be located in neighboring countries, such as Poland). The possibilities are numerous, but as always, political will and financial resources in western capitals must be mobilized more expediently.

One of the winners of the USAID Energy Security Project youth essay contest on energy security, Nazar Mokh writes, “Ensuring reliable energy supplies has become necessary in the context of increasing global challenges and a full-scale Russian invasion. Therefore, its strengthening becomes relevant and essential both for the state and for each of us.” In his essay, Nazar emphasizes that uninterrupted access to energy resources determines the stability of the functioning of the economy. Read more via the link https://lnkd.in/evUri4v9 #energysecurity #youthessaycontest #youthcontest #essaycontest #essay #energysector #energysupply #energyindustry #energyindependence #accesstoenergy

ICYMI: Ukraine and Moldova are facing a critical winter due to the destruction of their #energyinfrastructures. The International Energy Agency is calling for urgent action to guarantee their energy security in the face of unprecedented challenges. L’article Ukraine and Moldova in energy crisis, EUR 2 billion in winter aid est apparu en premier sur energynews.

The Role of Energy Resilience: Lessons from Ukraine’s Winter Crisis❄️ With the harsh winter, Ukraine fronts a critical challenge. +1,000 towns and villages face power outages due to severe weather. 🚫The country’s energy grid, already weakened by the conflict strikes, is under immense strain. This situation in Ukraine brings to light an often-overlooked aspect of energy infrastructure: its fundamental role in providing warmth, light, and security. In times of peace, we might take this for granted. In times of conflict, their absence is profoundly felt. 🚨 At repath, our focus on the energy sector is driven by the understanding that a resilient utility network is not just essential for a climate-adapted future; but for maintaining societal stability, especially under duress. 🔍 Let's be reminded that resilience in energy infrastructure is not just a technical challenge; it's a humanitarian imperative. 🌎 https://lnkd.in/eWqceteJ #EnergyResilience #ClimateTech #SustainableFuture

War Could Plunge Israel into Darkness, Warns Energy CEO Shaul Goldstein, CEO of Noga – Israel Independent System Operator, warned that Israel could face severe electricity shortages in a war with Lebanon. As an "energy island," Israel’s self-sufficiency is crucial, but a missile strike could cause prolonged outages, crippling communication and infrastructure. Goldstein emphasized that life in Israel would become unsustainable after 72 hours without power. He described a scenario where inspectors, unable to communicate or access fuel, would face chaos. Despite ongoing investments to fortify the grid, Goldstein pointed out the ease with which Hezbollah could target Israel’s critical infrastructure. "We are not ready for a real war," he stated, underscoring the need for greater preparedness and Israeli ingenuity. ### Israeli Minister of Energy Eli Cohen: "I want to make it clear to our enemies: if Israel experiences a power outage for hours, Lebanon will face a power outage for months" ### In contrast with Israël in Lebanon everybody has a backup generator. They are used to power outages since the civil war.

🟠 The #UnitedStates of #America will allocate $800 million to restore Ukraine's #energy #infrastructure after the devastating attacks by the #russianfederation. This was announced by First Vice Prime Minister and Minister of #Economy Yulia Svyrydenko following a meeting with U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy David M. Turk. She noted that this support is extremely important for the stabilization of Ukraine's #energy system in the face of ongoing attacks. 🟠 Yulia Svyrydenko emphasized that energy was one of the key issues during her trip to the #UnitedStates. Together with David M. Turk, they discussed specific steps needed to quickly restore the damaged #infrastructure. According to her, more than 50% of Ukraine's energy facilities have been damaged by #russian airstrikes, which poses serious challenges for the country in the winter. 🟠 In addition, #Svyrydenko expressed her deep gratitude to the United States for its support in the construction of passive protection systems for Ukrainian energy facilities. The allocated $800 million will be an important part of a financing package that will help #Ukraine strengthen its #energy #independence and improve the #security of its critical infrastructure. #StandWithUkraine #future #helpinghand