On March 5, Ukraine resumed electricity exports for the first time since November 2025. Supplies are only being made under conditions of surplus in the national energy system, and currently, they are at a minimal volume.
This is reported by Finway
Export Details and Supply Volumes
According to energy market data, 12 MWh of electricity was exported to Moldova within a day, primarily during nighttime. This marks the first resumption of supplies since November 11, 2025. As of March 6, companies reserved 120 MWh of capacity for export at daily auctions. The largest volume of 20 MW was booked for 10 AM. Although higher figures were registered at the auctions on March 5, reaching up to 61 MW during certain hours, these capacities were not actually utilized.
Reasons for Surplus and Energy System Balance
The surplus of electricity during certain hours arises from the active operation of solar power plants and other renewable energy sources, as well as stable production at nuclear power plants. However, some generation capacities are still under repair due to damage caused by attacks from Russia, and their restoration takes time.
“Currently, the surplus during certain hours is formed due to the active generation of solar power plants and renewable energy sources in general, as well as through a consistently high level of production at nuclear power plants.”
With the onset of warm spring weather, electricity consumption has also decreased, which has affected the system balance. At the same time, power shortages may occur during certain hours, leading to potential electricity supply restrictions. Due to damage to the grid infrastructure from enemy shelling, shortages may be observed in certain regions.
Electricity imports remain significant: on March 5, the daily volume was 27,000 MWh, with the largest supplies occurring during peak evening hours when consumption reaches about 1.4 GW.