Ukraine is currently undergoing a restructuring of its power grid, and wind energy is playing an increasingly significant role in its composition. Over the past year, more than 300 MW of new power capacity has been commissioned in the country.
This was announced by Artem Nekrasov, First Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine, during the Wind Europe 2026 Conference.
The development of wind power generation is a response to the need to decentralize energy production and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. At the same time, the renewable energy sector is bringing Ukraine closer to European climate and energy benchmarks.
In total, there are projects at various stages of development in Ukraine that could add another 4 GW of wind power capacity. The Ministry of Energy estimates that if these projects are implemented, Ukraine will be able to achieve 6.2 GW of wind power capacity by 2030. This target is enshrined in the National Renewable Energy Action Plan.
Regulatory framework
Nekrasov also reported on improvements to the regulatory framework governing the wind energy sector, as well as efforts to align with European Union standards.
Among these updates is a recently adopted law reforming the energy market to increase the competitiveness of renewable energy sources and the stability of the energy system. The law changed the procedure for renewable energy auctions by introducing a green premium model.
The Ministry of Energy has already drafted a bill intended to implement the provisions of RED III regarding permitting procedures for renewable energy projects.
“Ukraine has one of the most powerful wind resource bases in Europe. Combined with expanding integration with the EU energy system and growing demand for clean electricity, this has created a unique investment opportunity-not just for recovery but also for better construction. We are open to cooperation and seek long-term partnerships,” stressed the First Deputy Minister of Energy.
EcoPolitic previously reported that the volume of new wind generation in Ukraine during 2025 exceeded the combined figures of the previous three years.
Globally, wind already provides humanity with 11% of all energy.
EcoPolitic has also provided a more detailed overview of the changes introduced by Law No. 4777-IX, which transformed support models for "green" energy producers.
