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Government increases support quota for new RES projects to 1 GW

The government has increased the RES support quota for 2026 to 1 GW for wind and solar generation. Investors will receive premiums based on auction results.

Economy • May 28, 10:14 AM • 2606 views
Bad weather and Russian attacks leave parts of 12 regions without power, consumption has dropped

Due to bad weather and Russian shelling, power outages have occurred in 12 regions. Consumption fell by 7.8% thanks to clear weather and weather-related outages; no restrictions are forecasted for today.

Society • May 28, 09:26 AM • 3204 views
Ukraine expects the first tranche of €90 billion from the EU in June following the Rada's decision

The Parliament has ratified the agreement on €90 billion in support from the EU for 2026-2027. The first tranche will arrive in June, with €45 billion expected this year.

Economy • May 28, 09:15 AM • 2562 views
Rada supported defense budget increase following EU loan

The Rada approved an increase in expenditures, including defense, by 1. 64 trillion UAH funded by an EU loan. The funds will be allocated for weaponry, military salaries, and energy protection.

Economy • May 28, 08:57 AM • 2593 views
Ukraine has adopted a three-year public investment plan

A public investment plan for 2027–2029 has been approved for 18 key sectors. Education, transport, and municipal infrastructure will receive the most funding.

Economy • May 28, 08:30 AM • 2375 views
Rada ratified the attraction of a 90 billion euro loan from the EU

The Rada ratified the attraction of 90 billion euros from the EU for 2026-2027. The funds will be directed to defense and the budget, with repayment covered by Russian reparations.

Economy • May 28, 08:15 AM • 19951 views
Taxes, customs, and reforms: what Ukraine must fulfill to receive €90 billion from the EU

Zelenskyy submitted a memorandum to the Rada regarding a 90 billion euro loan. To receive the funds, Ukraine must amend its tax and customs legislation.

Economy • May 28, 07:33 AM • 2687 views
Pashinyan announced the end of Armenia's dependence on a "single ally"

Armenia will build a new gas pipeline and move away from its sole ally. Pashinyan plans to implement reforms according to European Union standards.

Politics • May 28, 03:15 AM • 9266 views
Researchers state that Earth's population has already exceeded the limit of sustainable existence

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.

Society • May 28, 01:17 AM • 17619 views
Atacama Desert is transforming into a "green" energy storage hub

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.

News of the World • May 27, 11:56 PM • 26148 views
NASA presented a plan to create a permanent base on the Moon by 2032

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.

News of the World • May 27, 11:38 PM • 6094 views
RF puts Aeroflot share package up for sale at a loss of $170 million - intelligence

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.

News of the World • May 27, 06:53 PM • 3587 views
Carney to meet Macron in Paris ahead of G7 summit in June - media

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.

Politics • May 27, 03:50 PM • 3879 views
Ukraine allocates UAH 3 billion for the installation of additional boiler houses before the start of winter

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.

Economy • May 27, 03:23 PM • 2880 views
Director of CDE outlines the future of coal-fired generation in Ukraine

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.

Economy • May 27, 01:40 PM • 2568 views
Consideration of amendments to the 2026 Budget following the EU loan has been postponed until tomorrow

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.

Economy • May 27, 11:58 AM • 2885 views
Expert explains whether Kyiv will have heating in winter, what is required, and what risks exist

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.

Society • May 27, 11:39 AM • 5244 views
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Blue sky and yellow field: economist explains how the colors of Ukraine's flag indicate the path for post-war economic development

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.

Economy • May 27, 11:08 AM • 17862 views
Expert does not rule out return of power outages and names cities at risk

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.

Society • May 27, 11:05 AM • 2964 views
Rada approved new public procurement rules - this should help unlock $3.5 billion

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.

Economy • May 27, 09:56 AM • 13645 views
SBU detains UOC-MP cleric for directing "Iskander" missiles at Odesa

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.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 07:49 AM • 3637 views
Five regions partially without power due to Russian attacks and bad weather; energy workers wounded in Kharkiv region

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.

Society • May 27, 07:28 AM • 5825 views
Iran condemned US strikes as a "gross violation" of the ceasefire

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.

News of the World • May 27, 07:16 AM • 4735 views
IMF mission begins visit for Ukraine program review

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.

Economy • May 27, 06:43 AM • 3907 views
Pentagon and SpaceX clash over Starlink funding during war with Iran

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.

News of the World • May 26, 11:56 PM • 3766 views
Germany and Canada are preparing a major LNG deal to strengthen Europe's energy security

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.

Economy • May 26, 11:41 PM • 3997 views
Norway to provide €40 million grant to support Ukraine's energy resilience

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.

Economy • May 26, 06:13 PM • 3569 views
All students in grades 1–11 in Ukraine will receive hot lunches starting September 1 - Svyrydenko

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.

Society • May 26, 05:10 PM • 8104 views
Lack of Control: Ukraine's Defense Procurement System Remains Unchanged – Shabunin

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.

Economy • May 26, 12:14 PM • 2548 views
Ukraine lowers gas storage prices in preparation for winter – new tariffs announcedPhoto

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.

Economy • May 26, 12:00 PM • 2517 views