First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine - Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal, took part in the II International Cohesion Forum, where he outlined the main directions for preparing the energy sector and critical infrastructure for the upcoming autumn-winter period.
The Minister of Energy emphasized that, amid ongoing Russian aggression, central authorities, regions, and local communities are jointly responding to the key wartime challenge — the Russian threat to Ukraine’s energy sector and all critical infrastructure systems.
According to Denys Shmyhal, the key areas of preparation for the next winter include:
- strengthening the protection of energy facilities across the entire territory of Ukraine;
- building up reserves of equipment and energy resources to ensure a rapid response to potential damage;
- enhancing the autonomy of communities through the implementation of the “energy cells” model to increase regional energy independence.
The First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine - Minister of Energy also highlighted progress in the implementation of European norms in the energy sector.
“The law on coupling the Ukrainian and European electricity markets has been adopted and signed by the President. This enables the conclusion of direct electricity supply contracts, opening new opportunities for Ukrainian generation,” Denys Shmyhal noted.
The Minister also underlined that Ukraine has developed unique expertise in protecting energy infrastructure under wartime conditions and stands ready to share this experience with international partners.
“I am grateful to all states and institutions that helped Ukraine get through this challenging winter. I also thank the regions and communities that are supporting people in overcoming the hardships of war,” Denys Shmyhal added.
