Experts of the Ukrainian Hydrogen Council took part in the Energy Security Dialogue 2025
Experts of the Ukrainian Hydrogen Council joined the Energy Security Dialogue 2025: The New DNA of Energy Security, organized by the analytical center DIXI Group. The event served as a professional platform to discuss current challenges and solutions in strengthening Ukraine’s energy security amid the ongoing russian military aggression.
Ukraine’s energy security today is based on a combination of an internal Resilience Plan and a broad regulatory framework that is continuously updated to address wartime risks. A key part of this work involves the engineering protection of energy infrastructure, the diversification of energy supply routes, and the consistent decentralization of the power system.
Special attention was paid to the contribution of Ukrenergo and international partners in strengthening the resilience of the energy system: most key transformer substations have been protected, unique reserves of repair equipment have been established, and the fleets of emergency response units have been modernized. At the same time, the enemy continues to improve its means of attack, requiring Ukraine’s energy sector to respond with rapid and adaptive solutions.
The discussion also focused on energy storage systems and gas generation, which have become flagship areas in the development of decentralized energy supply. To stimulate this segment, the state has extended the zero VAT rate on energy equipment imports for another three years. At the same time, participants emphasized the need for more active development of renewable energy sources with integrated storage solutions and the creation of a competitive energy market.
A major part of the dialogue was dedicated to Ukraine’s integration into the European energy market. Participants noted that this process has two interlinked components: the physical synchronization with ENTSO-E, completed in March 2022, which significantly strengthened the country’s energy stability, and market integration, which involves the full harmonization of Ukrainian legislation with the EU energy acquis, the implementation of European trading models, and the achievement of market coupling. These steps open access to EU capacity reserves and create additional incentives for investment in renewable energy.
Another discussion block focused on digitalization and the use of artificial intelligence in the energy sector. The private sector is already applying machine learning and deep learning tools for more accurate forecasting of electricity consumption and generation, especially from renewable sources. At the same time, experts highlighted the critical importance of cybersecurity and data protection, including anonymization, encryption, and strict access control.
Despite the war, the Ukrainian energy market remains attractive for investors, as evidenced by substantial international support. However, regulatory predictability and state-backed guarantees remain essential for attracting new investments and ensuring investor confidence amid heightened security risks.
Participation of the Ukrainian Hydrogen Council experts in the Energy Security Dialogue 2025 provided valuable analytical insights, facilitated exchange of experience with other market players, and reaffirmed the importance of coordinated action between the state, business, and international partners to enhance the resilience of Ukraine’s energy system. Such discussions help shape practical steps for the sector’s further development and adaptation to emerging challenges.