Enemy shelling of power facilities in frontline regions continues, but the power system is stable: German Galushchenko

The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine is calling on citizens to save electricity during peak hours, which will help maintain the stable operation of the power system.

This was emphasised by Minister of Energy German Galushchenko during the broadcast of the national telethon.

The head of the Energy Ministry noted that Ukraine’s air defence was working very successfully, which made it possible to protect energy infrastructure facilities, among others.

“The energy system is stable. But unfortunately the shelling continues and we are losing some power generation, especially in the areas close to the frontline where the fighting is taking place. There is constant shelling of energy facilities there,” he said.

German Galushchenko stressed that there was a significant increase in electricity consumption during the winter.

“We are communicating with our citizens and asking them to use electricity sparingly and, if possible, to shift the use of household appliances to off-peak hours. This will certainly help the system to function,” he said.

The Minister stressed that blackouts would only be possible in the event of a significant impact of hostile attacks on the power system or due to bad weather.

In the event of a deficit in the power system, the needs are covered by electricity imports from European countries, which can currently reach 1.7 GW.

“Providing such assistance is absolutely normal for the united energy system of Europe, of which Ukraine is a part,” said German Galushchenko.