Norway, through UNDP, delivered critical energy equipment to Ukraine, including 150 MW gas-fired generators for Naftogaz. The generators will provide backup power and heating for critical infrastructure and over 500,000 residents in the Dnipropetrovsk region during the heating season.Ukraine received critical energy equipment from Norway, including tools for JSC Ukrgasvydobuvannya to boost natural gas production and two 330-kilovolt autotransformers for NPC Ukrenergo.
Energy Minister German Galushchenko praised the support as vital for strengthening Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Naftogaz highlighted collaboration with Norway and UNDP to restore the power system, providing generators, solar plants, and energy for essential facilities.The UNDP reported that its initiative has helped millions of Ukrainians by strengthening essential services, modernizing the energy sector, and reducing business disruptions.
Reconstruction of Ukraine’s energy sector is estimated to cost $67.78 billion, with major needs in Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, Odesa, and Sumy. Attacks on the energy system have caused widespread suffering, with power outages affecting 1.5 million people and disrupting vital services.Naftogaz reported its 18th coordinated attack on infrastructure since the war’s start, damaging gas facilities. Restoration efforts are underway.
In February, Norway announced NOK 4.5 billion ($429.76 million) in energy support for Ukraine, covering gas purchases, grid repairs, emergency generators, and nuclear safety projects.Norway’s NOK 35 billion aid package for Ukraine includes NOK 12.5 billion for civilian support, with Naftogaz receiving gas procurement aid through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre emphasized Ukraine’s urgent need for energy support.
Norway’s civilian aid includes NOK 3 billion for humanitarian efforts, NOK 3.3 billion for reconstruction, NOK 750 million for business development, and NOK 540 million for civil society. The NOK 22.5 billion aid for 2025 is part of the NOK 155 billion Nansen Support Program for Ukraine, running through 2030. Norway also provided NOK 12 billion in 2022-23.
