The maximum electricity export capacity from Ukraine and Moldova to European Union countries has been raised from 650 to 900 megawatts (MW). This was announced by the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine and the National Energy Company “Ukrenergo.”
This is reported by Finway
Significance of the export increase for the energy system
According to Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko, the increase in the export limit will help balance the Ukrainian energy system and provide additional revenue for power plants. The funds obtained will be directed towards restoring energy networks after attacks by the Russian Federation and preparing for the winter period.
“Increasing the maximum export capacity is an important step that will facilitate the balancing of the Ukrainian energy system, as well as enable Ukrainian power plants to gain additional profit, allowing for the allocation of extra resources to address the consequences of Russian shelling and prepare for winter,” noted Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko.
At the same time, electricity exports will only take place under conditions of surplus capacity in the energy system, ensuring stable energy supply within the country.
Temporary restrictions and flexible regulation of limits
The head of the board of “Ukrenergo” Vitaliy Zaychenko clarified that the new export limit will be in effect until August 1, after which export volumes will be reviewed monthly. Additionally, weekly monitoring of the energy networks allows for prompt adjustments to export volumes based on safety requirements.
Vitaliy Zaychenko emphasized that to avoid accidents, the energy system must operate in a balanced manner, and the amount of energy produced and consumed must be equal at all times. During the summer period, when solar power plants operate particularly efficiently, the increase in exports helps manage excess generation and avoid restrictions on the operation of power plants.
It is worth noting that due to massive attacks by the Russian Federation in the summer of 2024, Ukrainian consumers experienced electricity supply according to schedules with significant restrictions. In the fall, with a decrease in the intensity of shelling and reduced consumption, the situation was stabilized. However, restrictions for the industry lasted much longer, until spring 2025.
The first month of summer 2025 saw the Ukrainian energy system operate without significant issues for consumers, indicating a gradual restoration of stability in the sector.