Energy
Scientists have calculated that the planet can sustainably provide resources for only 2. 5 billion people. Currently, humanity has already exceeded the limit of sustainable existence.
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.
NASA plans to create residential modules and infrastructure on the Moon by 2032. The cost of the project with a permanent human presence will reach 20 billion.
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.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Emmanuel Macron on June 12. The leaders will discuss defense cooperation and energy ahead of the G7 summit.
The government has allocated 3 billion hryvnias for the installation of 216 block-modular boiler houses. The facilities in Kyiv and the regions are to be operational by October 1.
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.
Economist Andriy Novak identified aviation and the agricultural sector as key to recovery. Pressure from the ESBU on airlines regarding leasing threatens the industry's survival.
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.
Deputies passed law No. 11520 on new public procurement rules. The document harmonizes the system with EU standards and will unlock 3.5 billion dollars.
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.
The IMF mission, led by Gavin Gray, has begun work on the review of the EFF program. Discussions are focused on macroeconomic policy and key reforms.
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.
Starting September 1, students in grades 1–11 across the country will receive hot lunches. 1 billion hryvnias have been allocated for the modernization of 73 school cafeterias.
Shabunin stated there is insufficient control and a lack of reforms in the defense procurement system. Oversight of the distribution of €60 billion in EU aid remains weak.
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.
Iran will open the Strait of Hormuz 30 days after an agreement with the US. During this period, Tehran will conduct mine clearance to ensure the safe passage of vessels.
Zelenskyy discussed ending the hot phase of the war by November, provided there are security guarantees. The priorities are supporting the army and meeting IMF requirements.
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.
The Defence City special regime must be modified to support small manufacturers and startups. This will allow for an increase in the share of domestic weaponry in the economy.
The ESBU has opened cases against airlines for non-payment of royalties for aircraft leasing, despite the fact that courts have previously concluded that such an interpretation of tax regulations is illegal.