Ukraine Sets New Record for Electricity Imports
On February 1, 2026, Ukraine reached a new daily record for electricity imports, hitting 46,500 MWh. This milestone occurred during the nation's ongoing full-scale war. Furthermore, January 2026 saw a record monthly import volume of 894,400 MWh, the highest monthly figure recorded since the conflict began. This heavy reliance on imported power highlights the severe strain on Ukraine's domestic energy infrastructure, which has been a repeated target of military strikes.
Compared to December 2025, imports in January surged by 40%. Hungary was the largest supplier, accounting for 45% of the total import volume. Growth in imports was observed across all directions except Moldova. The utilization of cross-border import connections reached 100% of available capacity, indicating extremely high demand for electricity.
Critical State of the Energy Sector
The most significant hourly increase in imports occurred between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Notably, Ukraine exported no electricity in January 2026, as all exports have been halted since November 11, 2025. These figures underscore the critical situation within Ukraine's energy sector during wartime. The nation's power grid, once an exporter to Europe, is now struggling to meet domestic needs.
The elevated level of electricity imports points to serious problems within Ukraine's energy infrastructure resulting from military actions. The complete absence of exports alongside a sharp rise in imports demonstrates the country's growing dependence on foreign electricity suppliers. These factors could have serious implications for Ukraine's energy security and economic stability for the duration of the conflict.