After years of large-scale challenges and losses, the Ukrainian energy sector is gradually moving from a policy of survival to a policy of recovery. Despite a full-scale war, Ukrainian companies continue to develop wind power capacity, implement solar technologies and build energy storage facilities (ESF), forming the foundation for the future energy independence of the state. In this context, on November 14, 2025, in Warsaw, Poland, as part of ReBuild Ukraine 2025, a special panel “Unlocking the Potential of Green Technologies in Ukraine” was held, where leading representatives of state bodies, businesses, international institutions and investors discussed key steps towards creating a modern, transparent and competitive renewable energy market in Ukraine.
The discussion was moderated by Andriy Konechenkov, Chairman of the Board of the Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA), which also acted as the information partner of the event. The panel focused on systemic issues that define both the post-war reconstruction and the large-scale energy transformation of the country.
Wind energy is an effective tool for Ukrainian reconstruction
Today, the total installed capacity of wind power plants in Ukraine is 1.95 GW. By the end of 2025, the capacity is expected to increase by more than 200 MW. “About 50% of wind power capacity in Ukraine is financed by international investors. This indicates a high level of trust in the sector and effective cooperation between the state, business and partners from the EU,” said Andriy Konechenkov, opening the panel.
State policy and the strategic role of renewable energy
Roman Andarak, Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine, emphasized that renewable energy should become a fundamental element of post-war reconstruction and energy security of the state:
«In 2025, about 0.8 GW of new capacity has already been commissioned. We have significant support from international partners, in particular through the Energy Support Fund of Ukraine: about 1.5 GW of projects have been financed for over 647 million euros. This includes both implemented projects and those where work has only just begun.».
Bert van der Lingen, Vice President of the NedZero association, emphasized the importance of decentralizing the energy system:
Unlocking the potential of green energy is a key element in the transformation of Ukraine’s energy sector. A decentralized system means greater resilience to attacks and crises. Rebuilding on the principle of “build back better” gives Ukraine a chance to immediately build a modern, sustainable and EU-integrated system. NedZero, with the support of the Dutch government, aims to contribute to these processes.
Olga Savchenko, Head of the Legal Affairs Committee of the Ukrainian Renewable Energy Agency, outlined the key market mechanisms introduced to accelerate the development of renewable energy in Ukraine: simplification of land allocation and repurposing, capacity booking, cable-pooling mechanism, and tools for rapid development of the UZE network. She emphasized that Ukraine must systematically implement national energy plans, as they contain the calculated indicators of energy system restoration, and emphasized the importance of including equipment for new wind farms in the list that receives VAT and import duty benefits. “The future of Ukrainian energy lies in decentralization, self-sufficiency, development of energy communities, and public-private partnerships,” Olga Savchenko concluded.
Market support mechanisms: from feed-in tariffs to auctions and corporate PPAs
The participants in the discussion agreed that Ukraine should move to a mature market model, where “green” auctions, corporate PPAs, and guarantees of origin will play a key role.
Angela Pradun, Director of Vestas Ukraine, shared the European practice of holding auctions and identified three key principles — transparency, regularity, and financial stability.
«We see demand for new capacity, which already exceeds the volumes set for auctions. That is why it is extremely important to expand competition and increase auction quotas for generation. To overcome the existing challenges, Ukraine should introduce flexible and fair support mechanisms: a guaranteed tariff for winning projects, CfD, corporate PPAs, guarantees of origin, as well as targeted incentives for regions with lower wind potential. It is such solutions that will open the way to a decentralized, sustainable and predictable energy system», – recommended by Ms. Pradun.
Aron Kerpel-Fronius, Energy Advisor to the European Commission Delegation, emphasized the importance of synchronizing the Ukrainian market with the European one and continuing reforms:
Ukraine has made significant progress in adapting and implementing EU legislation in the energy sector. At the same time, we still face important challenges – strengthening the independence of the regulator, adopting a package of legislation on integrating the electricity market with the EU, as well as gradually reducing price burdens, such as price caps on the wholesale market and excessive PSOs. Combined with risk reduction mechanisms within the Ukraine Investment Framework, all this will unlock significant investments in renewable energy.
Industrial parks and production localization — new growth points
A separate part of the discussion was devoted to the potential of industrial parks and the development of local production of “green” technologies.
Andriy Sergienko, First Deputy General Director of the Wind Parks of Ukraine Company, member of the Board of the Ukrainian Wind Energy Association, presented the case of the Friendly Wind Technologies industrial park, which became an example of the successful relocation of wind equipment production from Kramatorsk to Transcarpathia:
Our strategy is to expand the localization of wind equipment production in Ukraine, integrate into international supply chains with leading manufacturers, and accelerate the growth of the wind energy sector by 2030. Industrial parks can become growth points for both industry and renewable energy.
Robert Kirchner, Member of the Board of Berlin Economics, presented the main findings of the study on the potential of Green Value Chains in Ukraine:
Our analysis shows that the Ukrainian wind energy equipment manufacturing sector can be competitive compared to manufacturers in the EU. This means creating added value within the country, new jobs, export earnings and tax revenues. Important conditions are ambitious but realistic domestic targets for the deployment of renewable energy and the gradual advancement of Ukraine’s integration into the EU. Eliminating military risks and addressing personnel challenges will allow Ukraine not only to meet its own needs, but also to become a supplier of wind energy equipment to the EU market.
Energy storage facilities – flexibility of Ukrainian energy sector
Serhiy Shakalov, Director of KNESS GROUP, and Polina Korchak, Head of the Economics and Finance Department of DTEK Renewable Energy, shared practical cases of implementing energy storage facilities in Ukraine.
“The energy system of Ukraine is confidently moving towards decentralization and energy independence. Renewable sources and energy storage systems are becoming its key pillars. This year alone, KNESS has implemented over 100 MWh of UZE capacity, which are already operating to support the energy system. Storage facilities are a universal tool with huge potential: from balancing the network to accelerating the green transition“, Serhiy Shakalov noted.
In 2025, DTEK Renewable Energy put 200 MW of UZE into operation, which became the largest energy storage project in Eastern Europe.
“Ukraine needs new energy capacities, including from renewable sources. The implementation of such projects is possible only if external financing is attracted. We see the willingness of investors and financial institutions to work with Ukraine, but the key challenge remains the issue of offtake. The launch of “green” auctions and the creation of a price guarantee fund can become the mechanism that will remove a significant part of the risks,” noted Polina Korchak.
Investments, guarantees and financial instruments
Key international partners — the European Commission, the World Bank, the EBRD — are working to launch mechanisms to reduce risks and guarantee prices for renewable energy projects. Such instruments can attract a new wave of investment and accelerate the modernization of the Ukrainian energy system.
Ukraine 2030: green, sustainable, integrated into the EU
At the end of the discussion, the participants outlined a common vision: by 2030, Ukraine has every chance of becoming a regional leader in “green” energy in Central and Eastern Europe.
To do this, it is necessary:
- ensure a stable regulatory framework,
- accelerate the implementation of market mechanisms,
- effectively fulfill European integration obligations,
- develop networks and storage systems,
- form our own industrial base of renewable energy.
The main outcome was the understanding that renewable energy is not just a technology, but a strategy for national sustainability and economic security.
UWEA thanks all panel participants, the organizers of ReBuild Ukraine 2025, and international partners for the constructive dialogue and joint work on shaping the future of green energy in Ukraine.
