Ukraine will receive free of charge 5,700 solar panels with a capacity of 350 W each for the public sector from the leading Italian company Enel.
This is the first project with which the EU wants to start a broader initiative to improve Ukraine's energy security thanks to the development of renewable capacities, the Ministry of Energy reports.
It is noted that the panels will arrive in Ukraine by the summer of 2023. This assistance is the first step in a broader EU initiative announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during her visit to Kyiv on February 2.
The message noted that logistical support for the project will be provided by the EU Civil Protection Mechanism and the Energy Community.
"The gradual decentralization of Ukraine's energy system is a guarantee of its security and resistance to attacks by Russia. By implementing this course, the Ministry of Energy will rely on stimulating the development of green energy," said Energy Minister Herman Galushchenko.
He emphasized that currently it is critically important to expand opportunities for autonomous power supply of facilities that ensure the functioning of the country.
"We are very proud that with the help of solar panels produced in the EU, we can help improve the energy security of schools, hospitals and other public buildings in Ukraine. With this first project, we want to start a broader initiative to increase Ukraine's energy security through the development of its renewable capacities. This is a clear example of European solidarity in action and how investment in clean technology production can make Europe more energy secure and independent," said EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson.
Galushchenko emphasized that installing the maximum number of solar panels is a very important step in preparing for the next heating season.
"This is part of our Energy Strategy, which is based on the energy mix. After the Russian attacks on the Ukrainian energy system, we see that renewable energy is a great solution for the decentralization of generation. Ukraine remains true to its desire to make a "green" transition, and the war only accelerates it ", he noted.
Earlier, EcoPolitic wrote, that thanks to solar energy and favorable weather in Ukraine during the day, there is practically no shortage of generation.
As EcoPolitic previously reported, the state enterprise "Guaranteed Buyer" has developed proposals for changes to the law on the electricity market, which will allow the export of green electricity to the EU.
