As a result of reviewing the list of critical infrastructure facilities, the government was able to free up energy resources. The Prime Minister of Ukraine, Yulia Svyrydenko, announced that by December 24, this resource is scheduled to be redirected for the needs of the population. This will be one of the steps to balance the energy system and reduce the number of blackouts for residents.
Government Plans for the Future
According to the report, up to 1 GW of freed-up energy resources will be redirected. The Prime Minister noted that the government's work is also aimed at increasing electricity imports, restoring damaged generation, and boosting individual energy generation.
“This is one of the steps that will help balance the energy system and reduce the number of blackouts for people. We are also working on other areas, particularly increasing electricity imports, restoring generation damaged by enemy attacks, and boosting individual generation,”Svyrydenko wrote.
Preparedness for Power Outages
Due to increased risks to Ukraine's energy infrastructure, it is important to be prepared for planned, emergency, or long-term power outages, especially in the cold season. Recommendations to help prepare for this and know how to act in case of power, heat, and water outages have been compiled by the portal 'Glavkom'.
An expert explained why electricity outage schedules may change several times a day. It is important to keep these issues in mind and prepare for possible outages in advance.
The government is taking measures to balance the energy system and reduce the number of blackouts for the population by freeing up energy resources. It is planned to redirect up to 1 GW of this resource for the needs of citizens. At the same time, it is important to be prepared for possible power outages and to act appropriately in such situations.