Ukraine commits to 7.1 GW of "green energy" capacity - Halushchenko

This is reported by Energoatom.

Halushchenko said that the green transformation will be at the center of Ukraine's reconstruction after the victory in the war. He emphasized that the decarbonization of the energy sector of Ukraine is planned to be carried out due to the development of safe and carbon-neutral nuclear energy. It is also planned to phase out coal-fired power plants, develop renewable energy sources, as well as organize the deployment of storage capacities.

"Our goal is to build 7.1 GW of new capacities of renewable energy sources, switching to market models of stimulating green energy, in particular, "green" auctions. We also plan to install 750 MW of storage capacities at the first stage. This will increase the stability of the energy system," - Mr. Halushchenko noted. 

The minister also reported on the initiative of 10 GW of hydrogen export from Ukraine to the EU, which the European Commission has identified as a starting indicator.  Thus, the development of hydrogen energy can also make a significant contribution to the green transformation.

In particular, Halushchenko emphasized that after receiving the status of a candidate for joining the European Union, Ukraine should think about achieving the goals of the European Green Deal at the same time as other EU states.

"We will develop our policy with full respect for European legislation, our future obligations regarding EU membership, as well as in full coordination with our European partners," - Galushchenko added.