COP30: Ukraine emphasizes the priorities of energy sustainability and green recovery during the war
At the UN Climate Change Conference COP30 in Brazil, the Ukrainian pavilion hosted a high-level session entitled Energising Ukraine’s Future: Security and Green Recovery, organised by the Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine in cooperation with the European Commission.
At this meeting, Ukrainian officials, together with representatives of the G7+ Ukraine Energy Coordination Group and the European Commission, reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening Ukraine's energy security and accelerating green transformation. Participants also discussed the unprecedented challenges facing Ukraine's energy system due to intensified russian attacks on critical infrastructure.
"Energy security and climate resilience are inextricably linked. The war has only exacerbated Ukraine's climate challenges, and providing the country with the necessary tools and support is key to strengthening recovery and achieving long-term sustainability. Ukraine is forced to repair and rebuild every day, but at the same time continues to plan ambitiously for its future — combining long-term transition with maintaining energy security. This balance is only possible with strong international cooperation," said Pavlo Kartashov, Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture of Ukraine, on Ukraine's long-term vision for climate policy.
Despite the impact of the war, Ukraine is demonstrating tangible progress in the energy and climate sectors. Rapid infrastructure restoration, expansion of distributed generation, and integration of new wind, solar, and storage capacities have strengthened the system's resilience ahead of winter. Private investment is also returning: in particular, EUR 450 million in financing will enable the expansion of the Tyligul Wind Farm to approximately 500 MW in 2026.
The EU, for its part, is providing ongoing support to Ukraine, launching new instruments together with the EBRD and other partners to reduce the risks of renewable energy projects and unlock large-scale green financing.
"I am highly impressed by how Ukraine, while facing a full-scale war, is simultaneously taking steps that also contribute to the fight against climate change. When you decentralize your energy system and increase the share of renewables, these steps enhance resilience — and are an investment in Ukraine's future. After the war, when Ukraine becomes a member of the EU, it will also be part of the climate solution. I sincerely appreciate the work that Ukraine is doing," said European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen, expressing his support for Ukraine's efforts to ensure energy sustainability and climate action.
During the event, Ukrainian officials emphasized that energy security and green reconstruction are inseparable concepts: strengthening grids, developing rooftop solar and wind projects in communities, and implementing energy storage systems, as well as modern renewable energy sources are critical not only for achieving climate goals, but also for survival, stability, and energy sovereignty in wartime. This is what will literally keep the lights on in Ukrainian homes in the coming winters.