Ukrainian power supply situation improves, Ssys Ukrenergo chief
Source: Ukrenergo
Are we beginning to see the light? Ukrenergo grid is possibly over the worst of it after the state grid system that was crippled by Russia’s air strikes managed to go through the “most challenging period” of this year’s summer, according to the company’s CEO Volodymyr Kudrytskyi.
“We’ve navigated through a really tough few weeks,” he said, “but things are looking up now that the unusual record-breaking heat has subsided. This is coupled with some power plants coming back online after maintenance, which is a huge relief.”
Ukrainian energy customers have shorter power outages as the grid operator is easing its energy supply restrictions.
Kudrytsky warns that the winter months might still pose challenges. “We’re seeing improvements, but it’s crucial to stay prepared,” he explained. “If we avoid any major damage to power stations, we should continue to see positive trends in the coming weeks.”
The Ukrainian official admitted there’s no crystal ball for predicting how tough things might get. “The honest truth is, no one knows what our enemy will do or how successful their attacks might be,” he said. “So, we need to be as prepared as possible—whether that’s upgrading our power infrastructure, stocking up on backup power for critical areas, or making sure we’re ready at the household level.”
His message is clear: preparation is key. “We can’t afford to be too optimistic,” he cautioned. “We need to prepare for all possible scenarios.”
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