Denys Shmyhal: On January 16, we are launching a test program for free replacement of old lamps with LEDs

On January 16, the Government launches a program of free replacement of old incandescent lamps with energy-saving LED lamps in beta testing mode. The relevant decision was made by the Cabinet of Ministers at a meeting on January 10, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

“At the first stage, we plan to replace up to 500,000 lamps in six regions of Ukraine. After that, the project will be launched in the normal course throughout Ukraine in about two weeks,” the Head of Government noted.

According to the Prime Minister, everyone will be able to apply through Diia and then receive 5 new lamps at the nearest branch of Ukrposhta. The whole process will be as simple and fast as possible.

Denys Shmyhal thanked the partners for their support, in particular the European Commission, which purchases 30 million LED lamps for Ukraine, and France, which adds another 5 million.