Ministry of Development Works on Additional Cogeneration Units Supply to Kyiv

The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, under the leadership of Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba, has reported that it is actively working on the supply of additional cogeneration units for the capital, Kyiv. This announcement was made during a recent concluding meeting of the Emergency Situations Response Headquarters regarding the energy system of the capital.

Oleksiy Kuleba emphasized that the ministry is focusing on the decentralization of electricity generation and meeting Kyiv's needs for cogeneration units, generators, and thermal power equipment of various capacities. As part of the EmPower project, two cogeneration units with a total capacity of 3.8 MW have already been delivered, and negotiations are underway for the supply of additional equipment units with a total electrical capacity of 4.6 MW in the near future.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has confirmed that the city's requests for the supply of cogeneration units are being fulfilled. Some equipment has already been purchased and delivered to Kyiv, while more is expected to arrive by the end of April. Additionally, the possibility of transferring gas-piston units from Switzerland and utilizing equipment already received from international partners is being considered.

Furthermore, with the support of international partners, Kyiv has already received 652 diesel generators with a total capacity of approximately 27 MW. This significant assistance comes at a time when the capital is facing challenges in the energy sector.

The meeting also reviewed the status of the implementation of the Comprehensive Resilience Plan for the city of Kyiv. Participants identified specific tasks that need to be accomplished to improve the energy situation, including the approval of technical solutions, the formation of work schedules, and the enhancement of procurement procedures.

Particular attention was given to the development of engineering protection for critical infrastructure facilities, the replacement of thermal generation capacities, and ensuring the uninterrupted operation of water and heat supply systems. This is crucial for maintaining the livelihoods of the capital and its residents.

According to Kuleba, the heating season for residential buildings in Kyiv has been fully completed. However, some socially significant facilities, such as schools, hospitals, and kindergartens, still require heating, accounting for about 55% of the total number of such facilities.

The Deputy Prime Minister stressed that the main focus should be on preparing for the next winter. He highlighted the necessity of completing all tasks within the resilience plan without delays, emphasizing personal responsibility for each step taken.

It is worth noting that the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine has changed its coordination format to effectively prepare for the upcoming heating season. This reflects a serious approach to addressing issues in the energy sector and readiness for new challenges.

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