Ukraine is facing a critical situation regarding power generation, with not a single thermal or hydroelectric power plant remaining intact, the Minister of Energy of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal told the Verkhovna Rada.
According to the Minister, many regions have effectively failed their winter preparations. The situation is currently most dire in Kyiv, the Odesa region, and frontline communities. Shmyhal singled out the capital, noting that Kyiv has recorded some of the worst progress in establishing distributed generation—a failure that directly impacts the stability of the city's energy supply.
Shmyhal pointed out that while equipment is often available in stock, its installation is frequently stalled by bureaucratic red tape.
"Installation is dragging on due to technical delays and incomplete documentation. This is absolutely unacceptable," he stressed.
The Minister warned that officials responsible for such delays would face severe repercussions.
"There will be appropriate personal accountability; we will act radically," Shmyhal concluded.
Regarding gas supplies, Shmyhal expressed cautious optimism, noting that reserves are available and the situation is under control, meaning no consumption schedules or restrictions are currently being applied.
"The fuel situation is under control. We have stocks for 20 days. Imports are continuing," the Shmyhal emphasized.