Prepared by:
Andrii Mikheiev, international law expert at the International Center for Ukrainian Victory
Olena Halushka, head of Board at the International Center for Ukrainian Victory.
AUTHORS
Oleksandr Yabchanka, Head of the Robotic Systems Service of the Separate Assault Battalion 'Da Vinci Wolves' of the 59th Infantry Brigade, Armed Forces of Ukraine, co-founder Defence Robotics UA foundation.
Vasyl Arbuzov, Staff Sergeant of the Separate Assault Battalion 'Da Vinci Wolves' of the 59th Infantry Brigade, Armed Forces of Ukraine, co-founder Defence Robotics UA foundation.
Olena Halushka, Head of Board at the International Center for Ukrainian Victory, Board member at the Anticorruption Action Center, expert at ANTS Network.
Author:
ANDRII MIKHEIEV, International Lawyer, expert of the International Centre for Ukrainian Victory
For the fourth consecutive year, Russia has systematically targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in an attempt to render cities uninhabitable, disrupt the economy, and create a large-scale humanitarian crisis. By spring 2024, relentless missile and drone strikes had reduced Ukraine’s electricity capacity from 36 GW to just 9 GW, with further losses expected ahead of the 2024/25 winter season. Despite Ukraine’s efforts to import electricity from European partners, the projected shortage of 4-5 GW poses a severe challenge.
This update highlights Russia’s escalating tactics, including precision-guided strikes on thermal, hydro, and combined heat and power plants, pushing Ukraine’s power grid to a critical state. As of early 2025, Russia has carried out at least 15 massive waves of attacks, making energy security a top priority for Ukraine and its international partners.
Olena Halushka and Daria Kaleniuk prepared an article presenting a new approach—the creation of the Ukraine Restitution and Reconstruction Bank.
