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Can solar power plants help Ukrainian society?

“Solar power plants can help Ukrainian society,” Sokolovskyi says, by giving energy independence to private citizens and businesses. Moreover, support for critical infrastructure like hospitals, clinics and schools – the kind of work Semenyshyn’s Repower Ukraine does – often comes from PV and energy storage combined.

Why are Ukrainian businesses turning to self-consumption solar PV systems?

Following three years of bombardments and damage to its energy infrastructure, Ukrainian businesses are turning to self-consumption solar PV systems to keep the lights on.

How does the war in Ukraine affect PV & storage?

The ongoing war in Ukraine has been a catalyst for PV and storage deployment. Image: Oleg Ivanov via Unsplash. When the shelling gets worse, sales of renewable energy systems increase; when it eases, demand subsides until the shelling starts again. “It’s pretty funny,” says Artem Semenyshyn, board member at RePower Ukraine Charitable Foundation.

Should Ukraine build a decentralized and diversified energy system?

The Ukrainian government (2023) recently declared that building a decentralized and diversified energy system—one that is more resilient against military attacks or natural disasters and can enhance energy security while facilitating the transition to renewable energy sources (RES)—will be a key priority.

What kind of energy does Ukraine need?

Ukraine heavily depends on imported oil, coal and natural gas Before the war, Ukraine’s energy needs were met through a mix of domestic production and imports. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Ukraine’s total energy supply in 2022 comprised coal (21.7%), nuclear (26.5%), natural gas (25.1%) and oil (18.6%).

Is Ukraine self-sufficient in nuclear energy production?

In 2022, while Ukraine was self-sufficient in nuclear energy production, it relied heavily on imported oil (83%), coal (50%) and natural gas (33%). Data by the Ukraine’s State Fiscal Service indicated that in 2018, the largest share of oil was imported from Belarus (38.7%) and Russia (37.3%) (IEA, 2021).