After the ceasefire announced on Easter, the Russian Federation resumed drone attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. According to “Ukrenergo,” the shelling has led to power outages for consumers in the Zaporizhzhia and Chernihiv regions. Energy workers have already begun emergency restoration work to restore electricity supply to residents of the affected areas as quickly as possible.
This is reported by Finway
Reduction in Electricity Consumption and Energy Saving Tips
According to the operator, as of the morning of April 13, electricity consumption across the country has decreased by 7.9% compared to the same time the previous day. This is due to clear weather in most regions, which has facilitated the effective operation of private solar power plants and, consequently, reduced the load on the overall energy grid.
“As a result of the shelling, there are currently power outages for consumers in the Zaporizhzhia and Chernihiv regions. Emergency restoration work has already begun. Energy workers are doing everything possible to restore the equipment damaged by the enemy as quickly as possible.”
The operator urges citizens to conserve electricity, especially during the evening hours. From 4 PM until the end of the day, it is recommended to limit the use of high-power electrical appliances and not to turn on several energy-intensive devices at the same time. This will help reduce the load on the grid during peak consumption periods.
Restrictions for Industry and the Impact of Attacks on Energy Supply
Earlier, “Ukrenergo” warned of possible power restrictions for industrial consumers in all regions from 4 PM to midnight. These measures are aimed at stabilizing the operation of the energy system during periods of increased load.
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion in February 2022, Russia has systematically attacked Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. The shelling has become particularly intense since the fall of 2025, leading to significant generation deficits and prolonged power outages in many regions. With the arrival of spring and the increase in electricity production from solar power plants, the situation has somewhat improved, and restrictions for the population have been eased.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized at the end of March that Russian forces continue attempts to break the Ukrainian energy system by launching new strikes on energy facilities.