The Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine, Roman Andarak, met with the US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm
Within the framework of the 5th meeting of the Transatlantic Energy and Climate Partnership (R-TECP) ministers, the Ministry of Energy press service reported.
Protecting Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure
Andarak highlighted the ongoing Russian attacks on electricity generation and transmission facilities, as well as gas infrastructure, emphasizing the need to strengthen air defense systems for protection.
Cooperation Projects
The parties discussed cooperation projects for the development of distributed generation capacities in Ukraine, including the installation of gas turbines to enhance energy independence.
Ukrainian Government Initiatives
The Deputy Minister presented decisions by the government and parliament to increase energy independence for consumers, such as expanding credit programs and canceling import duties on relevant energy equipment for businesses and private households.
