Denys Shmyhal: Ukraine’s energy system remains integral and under control

Yesterday, the air defense forces shot down more than 60 russian missiles. This is an incredible result, thanks to which many lives were saved, and the energy system of Ukraine remains integral and controlled by Ukrenergo dispatchers. This was emphasized by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during a Government meeting on December 6.

“Despite hits on some energy infrastructure facilities, power engineers promise to eliminate the consequences of yesterday’s shelling in the coming days,” said Denys Shmyhal.

At the same time, the Prime Minister noted that the power deficit in the energy system will continue to persist. Now it is 19% of the forecast consumption.

In general, over the past months, according to the Prime Minister, 35% of key transmission power grid facilities have been damaged by massive russian attacks. 70% of them were shelled two or more times, in particular, on December 5, the enemy launched 7 missiles at once at one of the substations in Odesa region. Therefore, blackout schedules are still in effect in the country.