Green Power Denmark was today signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA).
The agreement outlines the associations’ commitment to collaborate on enhancing Ukraine’s energy security and assist in rebuilding the country’s severely damaged energy infrastructure after years of war with Russia.
Green Power Denmark chief executive Kristian Jensen said: “If we can support Ukraine in recovering in any way, we will do so without hesitation.
“Green Power Denmark is ready to share our world-leading expertise, as well as that of the Danish wind energy sector, in the development and deployment of wind power – because the potential for renewable energy is enormous, and a comprehensive green transition of Ukraine’s energy system is the only viable path to securing the country’s future energy supply.
“I am pleased that this agreement will strengthen co-operation between Danish and Ukrainian energy companies and contribute to enhancing Ukraine’s energy independence and security.”
Before Russia’s invasion, Ukraine’s electricity production was dominated by nuclear power, coal, and gas, making the country’s energy system highly dependent on imported energy.
The reconstruction of Ukraine’s energy system presents an opportunity for a green transition, including the expansion of solar and wind power, both onshore and, eventually, offshore in the Black Sea.
UWEA chairman Andriy Konechenkov said: “Ukraine is going through difficult times. The war has damaged our energy system, but it has not broken our spirit. We are rebuilding, and renewable energy plays a key role in this process.
“Wind power is not only about energy – it is about resilience, independence, security, and peace.
“Denmark is a world leader in wind energy, and we are proud to strengthen our partnership with you.”
The partnership will involve the exchange of expertise and experience in wind energy development.
Additionally, Green Power Denmark and UWEA will establish training programmes, workshops, and study tours for Ukrainian energy stakeholders.
Konechenkov added: “Danish expertise, technology, and investment can help Ukraine develop both onshore and offshore wind energy.
“Green Power Denmark’s support is a powerful signal that Ukraine is ready to move forward despite the challenges we face.”
Ukraine has set a target of expanding its renewable energy capacity, including wind power, by 24GW by 2030.
Jensen added: “We have the tools and know-how to help achieve this target. There is no time to waste and no reason to wait for the war to end.
“By strengthening co-operation now, we ensure that Ukraine is in the best possible position to continue its green transition in the long run.”
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Denmark has provided urgent technical assistance and energy equipment to the war-torn country to strengthen its energy security.
Danish companies are already assisting with the expansion of renewable energy in Ukraine.
Recently, Vestas received an order to supply 64 wind turbines with a total capacity of 384MW as part of the Tyligulska project, which will have a total capacity of nearly 500MW when fully established.
Picture: Andrei Yenevskyl, Ukrainian ambassador to Denmark, with UWEA chairman Andriy Konechenkov