Energy
Energy: news, sources and context. 63 reports in the KLYAMKA archive.
IEA urges Ukraine price caps that allow power imports
The International Energy Agency recommends electricity price caps that allow imports from Europe during shortages. It says imports could only partly cover a likely winter power shortfall.
Russian attack cuts power in Zaporizhzhia and region
A Russian attack on an energy facility on the morning of November 15 left a significant number of customers without electricity in Zaporizhzhia and the surrounding region. The electricity company said restoration work was under way.
Russian attack on Chornomorsk injures six
An overnight Russian attack damaged energy infrastructure and an administrative building in Chornomorsk, in Ukraine’s Odesa region. Dumska reported that the city lost electricity.
Macron urges continued winter support for Ukraine
France’s president urged Europe to maintain financial support and help protect Ukraine’s power plants and grids this winter, saying assistance also protects France.
Zakrevskyi: Price caps may limit Ukraine’s power imports
Ukraine needs electricity imports to cover evening demand as solar output falls after sunset, energy expert Andrii Zakrevskyi said. Domestic price caps can constrain those supplies.
DTEK: Air alerts limit repairs at damaged power plant
Russian attacks and air alerts leave crews only one to two hours a day for full repair work at a damaged Ukrainian power plant, DTEK’s chief executive said. Reconstruction is expected to last at least until next summer.
Ukrenergo announces regional power cuts for November 14
Scheduled power cuts will apply in some Ukrainian regions on November 14. Ukrenergo attributed the restrictions to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
Germany approves €200m in winter aid for Ukraine
The funding will support basic needs and energy and water supplies as winter approaches. Germany’s government cited intensified Russian attacks on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure.
Kucherenko: 26 Kyiv region energy shelters unfinished
Protective shelters for energy facilities are only 55% complete on average, the Ukrainian lawmaker said. A parliamentary commission has decided to refer possible crimes to law enforcement.
Koretskyi says 87% of Ukraine's heating facilities running
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi attributed remaining heating delays to repairs and security concerns. He described waiving heating charges after damage as a possible fallback measure.
Astra reports fire at Lukoil's Volgograd refinery
Astra reported a fire after a drone attack at the Russian refinery, which supplies southern Russia. The regional governor confirmed fires at an industrial site but did not identify it.
Ukrenergo announces power cuts for November 13
Rolling power cuts are planned throughout Friday in parts of Ukraine, affecting all categories of consumers. Ukrenergo attributes the restrictions to damage from attacks on the energy system.
Zelenskyy reports 310-plus attacks on Ukraine's energy sites
Russia has attacked Ukrainian energy facilities more than 310 times since the start of November, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. With nearly 700,000 families without electricity, he appealed for partners' help with restoration.
Zelensky discusses air defence and energy aid in Dublin
Volodymyr Zelensky said partners discussed air defence missiles, energy support and new shelters at talks in Dublin as Ukraine faces continuing Russian attacks.
Naftogaz says missiles hit facility in Chernihiv region
Two Russian missiles struck a Naftogaz oil and gas facility, damaging equipment, the company said. No one was injured, as all workers were in shelter.
UK sanctions target Slavneft and Vostok Oil
Britain has announced new sanctions targeting Russia’s energy sector. Its government says UK restrictions now cover all ten of Russia’s largest oil producers, as it seeks to curb revenue funding the war.
Ukrenergo says Russian strike left house-sized crater
A Russian strike left a crater the size of a residential building at one of Ukrenergo’s substations. The company says repeated attacks are destroying equipment before repairs can be completed.
OKKO, WOG, UPG and Ukrnafta cut petrol and diesel prices
Four Ukrainian fuel retailers lowered petrol and diesel prices by 1 hryvnia per litre on November 12, with one petrol-grade exception at Ukrnafta. Automotive LPG rose by the same amount at four networks.
Kostopil loses power after Russian attack on Rivne region
Russian forces struck energy facilities and residential areas overnight into November 12, leaving Kostopil and other settlements without electricity. Critical infrastructure facilities are switching to generators.
Zelensky orders checks on regional heating reports
Ukraine’s president ordered checks on some regional reports about heating and equipment provision. He also said Ukraine had updated its energy support needs ahead of planned discussions with European partners.
Autostrada's Shkil urges road savings for energy protection
Autostrada founder Maksym Shkil urged Ukraine's government to redirect road construction spending towards energy infrastructure protection and payment for completed work. He said his company continues protection work despite government debts.
Russian attacks leave outages in eight Ukrainian regions
Some consumers in eight Ukrainian regions lost electricity following Russian attacks, the Energy Ministry said. Equipment damage and falling grid voltage forced emergency cuts in Kharkiv region.
Russian strikes on Odesa energy sites leave woman dead
A 70-year-old woman died after Russian strikes on energy infrastructure in Ukraine’s Odesa region. About 135,000 electricity customers were temporarily without power, regional authorities said.
Kyiv dam can withstand missiles, Vyshnevskyi says
Hydrologist Viktor Vyshnevskyi says missiles cannot destroy the Kyiv hydroelectric dam, but warns that its electrical equipment remains vulnerable to Russian strikes.
OKKO, UPG and Ukrnafta cut petrol prices in Ukraine
Petrol prices fell by 1–2 hryvnias per litre at the three chains on November 11, according to RBC-Ukraine. Automotive LPG became more expensive at OKKO, WOG and Ukrnafta.
Kyiv region plans tighter light-masking measures
Districts and communities have been instructed to develop stronger light-masking measures with businesses and residential and municipal sectors. The regional administration says the military requested the move to help hinder Russian air attacks.
Ukrenergo plans power cuts for November 11
Scheduled power cuts and industrial power restrictions will apply throughout November 11 in some Ukrainian regions. Ukrenergo attributed the measures to damage from attacks on the energy system.
Donors pledge €303m for Chornobyl confinement repairs
Fourteen countries and international organisations pledged funding to repair the structure damaged by a Russian drone. Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal estimates restoration will require about €500 million.
Kyiv and three Ukrainian regions face emergency power cuts
Damaged equipment and reduced voltage have forced emergency electricity cuts in Kyiv and the Kharkiv, Poltava and Sumy regions. A return to predictable outage schedules depends on stabilising the power system, an energy official said.
Ukraine’s WOG cuts petrol prices as UPG raises LPG
WOG cut all petrol grades by 1 hryvnia per litre on November 10, while UPG raised automotive LPG by the same amount, RBC-Ukraine reported. Other named retailers kept prices unchanged.
Zelenskyy says Russia aims to divide Ukraine along Dnipro
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian strikes on bridges and the power grid aim to divide Ukraine along the Dnipro River. He said additional EU support for transport and energy was being prepared to help Ukraine through winter.
Karelia limits fuel sales at Rosneft stations
Russia’s Karelia region has restricted petrol and diesel sales at Rosneft stations. The measures come amid reported fuel shortages in at least six Russian regions following Ukrainian refinery strikes.
Russian strike damages gas company facility in Ukraine’s Cherkasy region
Gazmerezhi said the overnight attack caused a fire and damaged buildings and company vehicles. No branch employees were hurt, its board chair said.
Russia strikes Trypilska power plant again, Centrenergo says
The company described the consequences of the November 9 attack as extremely serious, with damage and repair needs to be assessed after a detailed inspection.
Russian drone attack wounds three Ukrenergo workers in Sumy, company says
All three were taken to hospital, with one in serious condition, according to Ukrenergo.
EU to use emergency aid mechanism for Ukraine, Zelensky says
Zelensky said he and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen agreed on rapid funding for Ukraine’s most urgent needs after Russian strikes disrupted essential services.
DTEK begins emergency repairs after Russian attack disrupts power in Odesa region
Power disruptions affected the northern part of the region, Governor Oleh Kiper said. Crews were working amid repeated air raid alerts.
Ukrenergo announces industrial power limits for November 9
Parts of Ukraine face industrial electricity restrictions and scheduled outages following Russian attacks on energy facilities, RBC-Ukraine reported, citing Ukrenergo.
US-Russia diesel deal risks straining ties with Kyiv, analyst says
Volodymyr Fesenko argues Moscow wants Washington to pressure Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian refineries.
Russia attacks energy infrastructure in Zhytomyr region, authorities say
An overnight attack also targeted a civilian enterprise, regional authorities said. Preliminary information indicated no deaths or injuries.
Russian attacks cut power to part of Ukraine's Sumy region
Sumyoblenergo said crews were restoring supplies on October 24, with the timing dependent on security conditions.
Ukraine plans rolling power cuts in most regions on October 24
Ukrenergo plans scheduled outages and industrial power limits from 06:00 to 23:59 following Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Repeated Russian strikes could exhaust Ukrainian cities’ heating reserves, analysts warn
Foreign Affairs authors warn that winter attacks could outpace repairs, according to UNIAN’s account of their analysis.
Nokia and ICEYE sign letter of intent on Ukrainian defence satellite system
The companies will explore a Ukrainian satellite communications system. Finland also plans to transfer 10 locomotives to Ukraine.
Ukraine plans rolling power cuts in some regions on October 23
Ukrenergo says restrictions are planned between 06:00 and 23:59 because of damage from Russian strikes, with individual schedules set by regional operators.
Naftogaz reports Russian drone strike on gas facility in Kharkiv region
The company said security conditions prevented an assessment of the strike's consequences when it reported the attack.
Slovakia plans Moscow talks on Russian gas and oil supplies
An intergovernmental commission is scheduled to meet on October 26 for the first time since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Slovakia's foreign ministry said.
Kyiv could face 12–16 hours of daily power cuts at −10°C, expert says
Energy analyst Oleksandr Vizir outlined a conditional winter scenario, with outages varying by district, network damage and temperature.
Analysts outline seven possible aims of Russia's winter energy attacks
Ukraine Facility Platform's forecast links energy strikes to pressure on civilians, the economy and peace negotiations.
Two hospitalized after Russian attack on Khmelnytskyi
A third person received treatment at the scene. The attack set a business premises ablaze, damaged a residential building and left part of the region without power.
Equipment shortages threaten winter power repairs in Kyiv, expert warns
Energy expert Hennadii Riabtsev says some equipment ordered by Ukrenergo in 2024 has still not arrived as Russian attacks strain the grid.
Russian attacks hit 28 Ukrainian energy facilities, Zelenskyy says
Repairs are under way and electricity supplies are gradually being restored, the president said after a regional situation briefing.
Wicker urges Trump to accept Ukraine oil-strike deal for US targeting help
The senator said Zelenskyy had agreed to halt attacks on Russian oil facilities in exchange for assistance aimed at preventing Russian missile launches.
Johnson blames high fuel prices on Strait of Hormuz situation
The US House speaker rejected Republican responsibility and gave no timetable for resolving the situation in the remarks reported by UNIAN.
Klitschko urges some Kyiv residents to consider temporarily leaving
The mayor cited intensifying Russian attacks ahead of winter but said he was not calling for a full evacuation.
UK announces £54 million in winter support for Ukraine
The package allocates £20 million to energy security and £34 million to heating, water and direct financial assistance.
Ukraine urges public not to share images of damaged energy sites
The Energy Ministry warns that photos and videos could help Russia plan further attacks and put repair crews at risk.
Ukraine keeps household electricity prices unchanged for 2026–27 heating season
The basic rate remains 4.32 hryvnias per kilowatt-hour, with a reduced rate for certain households. The pricing mechanism has been extended until April 30, 2027, the energy minister said.
UK announces 38 sanctions designations targeting Russia's oil and military supply chains
The measures cover two oil companies, 12 tankers and financial services suspected of helping Russia evade sanctions.
Von der Leyen reaffirms EU goal to end Russian gas imports by 2027
The European Commission president said the bloc would maintain its energy course despite sharp price rises, with Russian gas imports targeted to reach zero by the end of 2027.
Ukrenergo announces October 6 power cuts in parts of Ukraine
Scheduled outages and industrial power restrictions are planned from 15:00 until the end of the day after Russian strikes damaged energy equipment.
Ukraine receives more than 253 tonnes of energy equipment from Lithuania
The delivery includes three transformers for Khmelnytskyi region and a 200 MVA autotransformer for Ukrenergo.
Germany's €250 million energy contribution received, Ukraine's minister says
Denys Shmyhal said the payment reached the Ukraine Energy Support Fund a day after its announcement in Kyiv.