After more than four years of full-scale war, Russian attacks have placed large parts of Ukraine’s energy system under severe pressure. Ukraine urgently needs support for repairs, spare parts 4and fuel. At the same time, it needs to reduce the vulnerability of its energy supply over time through more local and renewable energy production.

Norway is now providing NOK 425 million (approximately EUR 40 million) for decentralised energy production, renewable energy, battery storage and flexible local energy systems. This funding will strengthen the resilience of Ukraine’s energy supply, help speed up recovery and keep critical services running.

‘Ukraine must get through the coming winter while building an energy system that is less vulnerable to attack. In cooperation with the EU, Norway is providing NOK 425 million to strengthen Ukraine’s energy security. This funding will help Ukraine meet urgent needs while also contributing to its recovery, modernisation and path towards EU membership. Winter may seem far away, but preparations must be made now,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

‘Norway’s contribution represents promises in action. It will help Ukraine to prepare for the next winter and to come closer to the EU’s energy system, towards its place in the EU. Focusing on renewables and decentralised energy generation contributes to Ukraine’s energy security. It also brings Ukraine further in line with the current priorities of the EU through the green transition,’ said European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos

The support will be channelled through the EU’s Ukraine Investment Framework. This arrangement is designed to mobilise additional financing from banks and other financial institutions. If the projects develop as expected, parts of the funding may eventually be reused for new energy projects in Ukraine.