Kyiv to Create Additional Heat and Electricity Generation for Critical Infrastructure

In Kyiv, the implementation of a significant energy project is commencing, designed to ensure the critical infrastructure of the capital city. This announcement was made in a comment to Ukrinform by Anna Starostenko, the Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration (KCSA).

Starostenko stated that at the end of March, the Kyiv City Council adopted the Capital's Energy Resilience Plan. This document is comprehensive and aims to strengthen the energy resilience of the city, particularly in the area of public institutions. "Healthcare facilities are part of the critical infrastructure. There must not only be backup power but also a backup for the backup power. That is, if something happens to the generator or boiler house, there should be another option to connect quickly, as lives depend on this," she emphasized.

Furthermore, Starostenko highlighted that additional boiler houses will be installed and mini-CHPs (combined heat and power plants) will be constructed to ensure reliable energy supply in Kyiv. An important aspect of the implementation of this plan is the active use of solar energy. Funds are allocated for the installation of solar panels in schools and healthcare institutions, which will help reduce dependence on traditional energy sources.

At the same time, the Deputy Head of the KCSA noted that experts involved in creating the Kyiv Energy Resilience Plan concluded that there are no alternatives to the centralized heating system in the capital. "We can build something separately, but it is impossible to simply replace the centralized heating system. It also needs to be restored. Therefore, we are restoring the centralized heating system, while simultaneously creating alternative power supply points near critical infrastructure facilities," Starostenko summarized.

It is worth recalling that on March 10, the Kyiv City Council adopted the Capital's Energy Resilience Plan, which includes a comprehensive set of measures to enhance the city's energy independence. To implement this plan, Kyiv requires 61.6 billion hryvnias, which represents a significant investment in the energy infrastructure.

Additionally, on March 24, Kyiv began preparations for the next heating season and is implementing an energy resilience action plan aimed at ensuring stable heat and electricity supply for the capital's residents. These steps are crucial in light of the current challenges facing Ukraine's energy sector.

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