The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has increased the annual quota for state support of new renewable energy projects in 2026 to 1 GW. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy, according to UNN.
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The relevant changes were made to the Cabinet of Ministers Decree No. 298 dated April 1, 2026.
Consequently, in 2026, the state is ready to support new renewable energy projects with a total capacity of up to 1 GW
In particular, this includes:
- 700 MW — wind generation;
- 150 MW — other types of renewable energy (biogas, biomass, and small-scale hydropower);
- 50 MW — solar generation;
- a separate quota of 100 MW has been established for solar power plants combined with energy storage systems.
It is noted that such systems allow for the accumulation of electricity during periods of surplus and its use during peak consumption or deficits, which helps to balance the energy system more effectively.
As reported by the First Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal, support for RES will be carried out through a market premium mechanism: the state compensates for the difference between the market price of electricity and the price determined by the results of the auction.
This will encourage the construction of new generation and attract additional private investment into the renewable energy sector. It will also contribute to the formation of a new energy architecture for Ukraine, where the autonomy of regions, territories, communities, and individual facilities is key
This approach allows for:
- stimulating fair competition between producers;
- reducing the burden on the state and consumers;
- ensuring predictability for investors;
- creating conditions for attracting bank financing and international investment;
- accelerating the construction of new energy facilities.
The government also approved an updated schedule for holding auctions for the distribution of support quotas for 2026, which are planned for September–October. In addition, indicative forecast indicators for annual support quotas for 2027–2030 have been established, providing the market with a long-term vision and allowing investors to plan new projects in Ukraine in advance.