Ukraine’s energy sector is crumbling under consequences that are unlike any faced before, with $20.51 billion in direct damages from war estimated across energy infrastructure. Over half of the country’s current generation capacity is shuttered. As climate impacts worsen, the urgent need for strong renewable solutions has never been clearer! To that end, Norway and Germany stepped up in major ways to help Ukraine recover its energy systems and transition to renewable sources.
Their partnership was recently announced by the UNDP and the European Investment Bank (EIB). This dynamic development took shape over the course of the Ukraine Recovery Conference, held in Rome, Italy on July 10th and 11th 2025. This partnership targets the deployment of renewable energy solutions into public buildings across Ukraine. The main areas where this initiative is active are Kyiv, Kharkiv, Mykolaiv, Odesa and Zaporizhzhia.
Significant Contributions to Ukraine’s Energy Sector
We particularly want to acknowledge the big role that Germany’s Federal Ministry for the Environment has played. They put €20 million, approximately $23 million, into the International Climate Initiative Fund. This congressional appropriation is a part of a larger bipartisan push in supporting Ukraine’s energy independence.
With its 2025 target, Norway has gone a step further. Climate Change Support Sweden has pledged $200 million to shore up Ukraine’s energy sector through a framework agreement with the UNDP. This smart investment puts center stage American families’ needs in the short term, while working to secure the country’s long-term energy security.
“Our $200m contribution, facilitated through this framework agreement with UNDP, underscores Norway’s commitment to not only addressing immediate energy needs but also investing in Ukraine’s long-term energy security and a sustainable, green future. This is a vital step towards ensuring resilience and stability for the Ukrainian people.” – Cecilie Myrseth, Norwegian Minister for Trade, Industry and Fisheries
Aiming for Energy Resilience and Stability
Together, these efforts will help to establish the foundation for a brighter, cleaner and more secure energy future for Ukrainian communities. On the recipient end, it will result in 148 megawatts (MW) of new power capacity distributed nationwide. On top of that, it aims to add another 108 MW with co-generation units, solar systems and energy storage solutions.
Ukraine’s civil and energy infrastructure have been deeply impacted by the ongoing war. These recovery efforts have come at an especially timely and critical period. As Ukraine grapples with the ongoing energy crisis that it now faces, the demand for a more resilient energy solution has never been more urgent.
“The EIB is steadfast in its commitment to supporting Ukraine’s recovery and its green transition. This partnership with UNDP and GIZ is a demonstration of our shared vision for a resilient, sustainable and energy-independent Ukraine. By investing in renewable energy solutions for public infrastructure, we’re not only addressing immediate energy needs but also laying the groundwork for a cleaner, more secure energy future for Ukrainian communities. This is a crucial step towards rebuilding better and greener.” – Teresa Czerwińska, EIB vice-president
Building a Sustainable Future
This new partnership marks a significant step in the collaborative commitment of global stakeholders to help rebuild Ukraine’s energy future. Putting renewable energy generation facilities into our public infrastructure continues to address the immediate energy crisis with action and solutions. Beyond lowering the agency’s environmental footprint today, these initiatives advance long-term sustainability.