Due to cloudy weather, electricity consumption increased by 4. 4% compared to the previous day. Power shortages persist during peak hours, and 5 settlements remain without electricity due to the weather.
One third of the damaged generating capacities have been restored after the Russian shelling. At temperatures down to -5°C, uninterrupted power supply or minimal restrictions are expected.
The President of Ukraine will not sign the law on changing the penalties for forest use due to technical reasons and a missed veto deadline. The law was supposed to increase liability for illegal logging and timber operations.
A representative of a law firm was caught trying to bribe a NABU detective and a SAPO prosecutor. The money was offered for transferring the case of Ukrenergo worth UAH 716 million to another investigation body.
218 settlements in 10 regions of Ukraine were left without power supply due to stormy weather. Rescuers are dealing with the consequences of the storm, and power companies are carrying out restoration work.
“Ukrenergo says there are no grounds to introduce schedules of power outages for households. The company denies information about possible blackouts due to cold weather next week.
“Centrenergo denied the words of a member of the Supervisory Board about the possible return of power outage schedules. The company emphasizes that it is Ukrenergo's competence to determine the schedules.
A member of Centrenergo's supervisory board has warned of a possible return to the schedule of power outages due to lower temperatures. Additional measures may be needed to balance the power system as early as next week.
The mayor of Kyiv said that it would take 7 days to connect heat to all buildings due to the scale of the system. Most schools, kindergartens and hospitals have already been connected.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine is in line with seasonal trends, but there is a shortage during peak hours. The power system is stable, with imports from 5 countries totaling 9,542 MWh.
The President called the coming winter crucial because of possible power outages. Zelenskyy also noted that Ukraine had received only 10% of the promised military aid from its partners.
Power engineers have restored electricity supply to 1,8276 consumers affected by the hostilities. The power system remains balanced, but damage to the infrastructure makes it difficult to operate.
If Russia continues its attacks on generation facilities in the winter, power outages of up to 8 hours a day are possible. “Ukrenergo is preparing three winter scenarios, including the worst-case scenario.
Starting March 2025, European operators will be able to review the limits on electricity imports to Ukraine and Moldova on a monthly basis. From December 2024, the import capacity limit will be 2,100 MW.
Due to the sunny weather, electricity consumption decreased by 3. 4%, but there is still a shortage during peak hours. Ukraine imports electricity from 5 countries.
Emergency blackouts have been introduced in Sumy and Poltava regions due to damage to the power grid caused by nighttime attacks. Electricity consumption is 3.5% lower than the previous business day.
Due to cloudy weather, electricity consumption increased by 3. 5% compared to the previous day. As a result of hostilities and shelling, 538 settlements remain without electricity.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine is in line with seasonal levels. Due to hostilities and other reasons, 543 settlements remain without electricity, and electricity imports continue from 5 countries.
“Poltavaoblenergo announced the introduction of a schedule of emergency power outages in the region on October 23. According to the order of NPC Ukrenergo, the volume of outages is 30 MW.
An attack by Russian UAVs damaged energy infrastructure in Sumy region. Ukraine's electricity supply is cut off to 550 settlements, with electricity consumption in line with seasonal levels.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine increased by 6. 3% due to the cold snap. NPC Ukrenergo calls for the use of powerful equipment until 4 p.m.
Schedules of emergency power outages for stages 1 to 5 have been introduced in Sumy region. Shostka, Konotop and part of Sumy districts will be cut off.
In September, Ukraine resumed electricity exports in small volumes after a 140-day break. Exports accounted for only 0.2% of imports, which were down 7% month-on-month.
NPC Ukrenergo reported that there are no plans to apply blackout schedules in Ukraine on October 18. The power company urged people to use powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00, when solar power plants are most productive.
The SBI has completed an investigation into the purchase of low-quality bulletproof vests worth UAH 1. 7 billion. The former Deputy Minister of Defense and other officials face up to 15 years in prison for embezzlement and obstruction of the Armed Forces.
NPC Ukrenergo reports a significant increase in the share of solar energy in the overall energy balance of Ukraine. Ukrainians are asked to use powerful electrical appliances during the day due to the dependence of generation on weather conditions.
Ukrenergo informs that it does not plan to limit electricity consumption tomorrow. It is recommended to use powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00.
An employee of Ukrenergo was suspended from his position on suspicion of justifying armed Russian aggression. The company has set up an internal commission for an internal review and is cooperating with the SBU investigation.
Ukrenergo reports that tomorrow there are no plans to limit electricity consumption in Ukraine. The company recommends using powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00.
The President of Ukraine announced a decision to strengthen the protection of energy infrastructure. Aviation will play an active role, and air defense will be reinforced in border and frontline regions.
