Electricity
A $500 million solar-plus-storage system has been launched in Chile. The 200 MW facility is capable of powering the grid for 6.5 hours.
Russia is selling 23. 76% of Aeroflot shares due to financial problems and sanctions. Expected losses from the deal will amount to approximately 170 million dollars.
Ukraine must decommission its coal-fired power plants by 2035 to join the EU. In their place, new capacities of 1.3 GW and battery storage systems will be built.
The vote on amendments to the 2026 budget has been postponed until tomorrow. Defense spending will increase by UAH 1.64 trillion through credit assistance from the European Union.
All of Kyiv's combined heat and power plants (CHPPs) will be restored by winter, but risks of new shelling remain. Backup heating is already being prepared for most of the capital's buildings.
Due to heat exceeding 35 degrees, power restrictions of up to four hours are possible in Ukraine. The most difficult situation is expected in Kyiv, Odesa, and Kryvyi Rih.
A priest of the UOC-MP has been detained for coordinating a double Iskander missile strike on Odesa in March. The GRU agent also transmitted data regarding a local electrical substation.
Five regions are without power due to attacks and bad weather; energy workers were wounded in the Kharkiv region. No blackout schedules are forecasted for today.
The US attacked Iranian missile sites and boats in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran called Washington's actions a gross violation of the current ceasefire regime.
SpaceX and the Pentagon are disputing the cost of Starlink for LUCAS drones in the war with Iran. The company is demanding $25,000 per terminal instead of five.
Canada is preparing an agreement with Germany's SEFE for gas supplies from a new $10 billion terminal. This will help Europe replace Russian energy resources.
Norway will allocate a €40 million grant to Ukraine for energy resilience. The funds will be directed towards protection against attacks and the development of autonomous generation.
The Russian military-industrial complex has limitations in missile production, which constrains the intensity of attacks on Kyiv. The main problem for the Armed Forces of Ukraine remains the shortage of missiles for Patriot systems.
The NEURC has reduced the gas storage tariff by 10% in preparation for winter. The regulator also introduced a transition to energy units in accordance with EU standards.
The Mayor of Kiliya was exposed for taking a $35,000 bribe for a wind power plant permit. The official is suspected of receiving the money through a crypto scheme and has been detained.
Starting July 2026, Ukrenergo's transmission and dispatch tariffs are expected to increase. The proposed transmission rate is 903.53 UAH, and the dispatch rate is 118.64 UAH per MWh.
Shelling of energy facilities in six regions of Ukraine has caused power outages. Power engineers are restoring the grids and asking citizens to conserve electricity in the evening.
Draft Law No. 15112-d introduces automatic VAT payment by marketplaces for goods up to 150 euros. The new rules will take effect no earlier than January 1, 2027.
Due to shelling, power supply interruptions occurred in five regions. Power engineers are working around the clock on restoration; no restrictions are currently planned.
Fuel vessels are heading to China and Pakistan after being idled due to the war with Iran. Hundreds of ships and sailors remain blocked in the region.
In Ukraine, people with disabilities are entitled to benefits for travel, medication, and social payments. Assistance can be arranged through the Pension Fund, Administrative Service Centers (CNAPs), or online.
Zelenskyy discussed Russia's massive attack with the leaders of France and Norway. The President announced further communication with partners regarding the Kremlin's crimes.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation confirmed a massive strike with Oreshnik and Zircon missiles on Ukraine. The enemy damaged residential buildings, schools, and a water supply facility.
Russia attacked Bila Tserkva with an "Oreshnik" missile and launched 90 missiles and 600 drones across Ukraine. At least 83 people were injured due to the massive shelling.
No electricity restrictions are planned for May 24. Ukrenergo requests that the use of powerful appliances be moved to the daytime and to conserve electricity in the evening.
Germany will transfer an unprofitable gas-fired power plant to Ukraine on a self-pickup basis. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has opposed this decision.
UAVs attempted to attack the Zoryana substation, which powers a strategic Rosatom plant. Smoke was recorded near the energy facility in the city of Glazov.
At a meeting in Vinnytsia, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the purchase of alternative energy using community funds. Direct funding for local air defense groups was also permitted.
Ukraine has technically agreed on the conditions for the evacuation of six thousand people from the Oleshky area. Now, a ceasefire date is awaited from the Russian side, stated Dmytro Lubinets.
The Tryzub system disables drone electronics using microwave radiation. This method is significantly cheaper than using anti-aircraft missiles.