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Ukraine to Restrict Industrial Energy Usage Saturday Evening Following Overnight Strikes
Ukraine’s Ministry of Energy said Russia’s overnight drone strike damaged energy facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv regions, and “restrictions on industrial consumers” are to be expected on Saturday.
May 18, 2024
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Ukraine Imposes Emergency Blackouts Following Russian Strikes on Power Infrastructure
Recent Russian strikes have heavily damaged Ukraine's energy infrastructure, forcing the country to import electricity from neighbouring EU nations to meet demand.
May 15, 2024
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‘Iranian UAVs Are Russia’s Weapons of Choice’ – Ukraine at War Update for May 15
At least 20 injured in Russian assault on Kharkiv; Moscow’s new MoD chief calls for “minimal” casualties; Ukrenergo announces blackouts; UN Security Council worries about power supply for Ukrainians.
May 15, 2024
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Ukraine to Impose Nationwide Electricity Restriction on Wednesday Evening
Electricity restrictions are expected between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Wednesday following Russia’s overnight strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure across the country.
May 8, 2024
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Russia Launches Overnight Missile Attack, Targets Critical Infrastructure Across Ukraine
In total, in the early morning of May 8, Russian forces launched a combined strike using 76 air attack assets, including 55 missiles and 21 drones.
May 8, 2024
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After Russian Strikes: Will Ukraine Be Plunged into Darkness Again?
An exclusive video from one of the thermal power plants recently hit by Russian missiles.
April 30, 2024
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Update on Russia’s ‘Massive’ Overnight Electric Grid Attack
Kremlin and Kyiv trade blows to each other’s energy sectors with the AFU sending over 60 drones after Moscow’s oil and Russia lobbing 34 missiles in a “massive” assault on Ukraine's electric grid.
April 27, 2024
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Thermal Power Plant Hit By Missile Terror: Exclusive Footage From Kyiv Post
The devastated power units and charred turbines of a Ukrainian thermal power plant evoke images reminiscent of Chornobyl.
April 25, 2024
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It Will Take an Energy Transition to Keep the Lights on in Ukraine
In the wake of Russian strikes on Ukrainian electricity infrastructure, the nation must keep the lights while also considering how to reconstruct its electricity system and make it more resilient.
April 21, 2024
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ANALYSIS: How Russia’s Attacks Affect Ukraine’s Energy Investments
The strategic prospects for Ukraine's energy infrastructure in response to continuous Russian assault.
April 14, 2024
US
Ukraine Begins Construction of First US-Design Nuclear Reactors
The new reactors, located in the western part of the country, would be a significant step for Kyiv to shift away from Russian nuclear technology and ensure future energy autonomy and stability.
April 13, 2024
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Total Defense: How Can Ukraine Safeguard Its Economy and Energy Sector During a Full-Scale War?
In this new episode of Talking Substance, host Alina Hrytsenko interviews Jock Mendoza-Wilson from BUCC on Ukraine's EU trade, energy security, and future.
April 12, 2024
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‘The Scale of Destruction Is Terrifying’ – Ukraine at War Update for April 12
Largest electric power plant in Ukraine, Kyiv region's Trypillia, destroyed; In Lithuania, Zelensky calls again for air defenses; Greece might offer more F-16 fighter jets.
April 12, 2024
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Thermal Power Plant in Kyiv Region Completely Destroyed Following Russia's Missile Attack
Russia has stepped up its aerial assaults on Ukraine in recent weeks, targeting energy infrastructure.
April 11, 2024
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US Defense Secretary Criticizes Kyiv’s Strike on Russian Oil Refineries
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s latest comments further cemented Washington’s position, though some continued to question the motive behind the Biden administration’s stance.
April 10, 2024
Energy
Kremlin Using New Tactics to Destroy Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure, FT Reports
Now Moscow's goal is to target power plants in less-protected locations and to “eradicate them, because it is impossible to restore power plants in a short time.”
April 8, 2024