Wind Energy – Ukraine
The Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green Power Denmark.
The agreement outlines the associations’ commitment to collaborate on enhancing Ukraine’s energy security and assisting in rebuilding the country’s severely damaged energy infrastructure after years of war with Russia.
Green Power Denmark chief executive Kristian Jensen said: “If we can support Ukraine in recovering in any way, we will do so without hesitation. That’s why I take great pride in Denmark’s role in helping Ukraine rebuild a greener and safer energy system. And as CEO of Green Power Denmark, I’m beyond proud that we are now formalising our collaboration with our sister organisation, the Ukrainian Wind Energy Association.
“Green Power Denmark is ready to share our world-leading expertise, as well as that of the Danish wind energy sector, in the development and deployment of wind power – because the potential for renewable energy is enormous, and a comprehensive green transition of Ukraine’s energy system is the only viable path to securing the country’s future energy supply.”
“At Green Power Denmark, we bring more than 50 years of experience in building a wind industry that is competitive, reliable, and independent. We’re ready to share what we’ve learned. There’s no reason to wait for peace before we begin preparing for it. By deepening our cooperation now, we lay the foundation for a faster, freer, and greener reconstruction.”
Before Russia’s invasion, Ukraine’s electricity production was dominated by nuclear power, coal, and gas, making the country’s energy system highly dependent on imported energy.
The reconstruction of Ukraine’s energy system presents an opportunity for a green transition, including the expansion of solar and wind power, both onshore and, eventually, offshore in the Black Sea.
UWEA chairman Andriy Konechenkov said: “Ukraine is going through difficult times. The war has damaged our energy system, but it has not broken our spirit. We are rebuilding, and renewable energy plays a key role in this process.”
Green Power Denmark and UWEA will establish training programmes, workshops, and study tours for Ukrainian energy stakeholders.
Ukraine has set a target of expanding its renewable energy capacity, including wind power, by 24GW by 2030.
