War energy storage power station

What happened to Ukraine's thermal power stations in September 2024?

Ukraine's thermal power stations – primarily coal-fired – have borne the brunt of the attacks. Despite heroic efforts to maintain operations, as of September 2024, the country had lost 80% of its thermal capacity due to Russian attacks. Its large nuclear energy sector, which contributes 55% of total generation, has been less affected.

Does Ukraine have a reliable energy supply in wartime?

Ukraine's experience demonstrates the immense challenge of ensuring a reliable energy supply in wartime. The same goes for the grid. Ukraine's extensive transmission infrastructure has suffered severe damage in the war, with capacity falling from 56 GW to an estimated 9 GW by the end of 2024.

Does a decentralised energy network protect against Russian attacks?

A decentralised energy network – built around multiple small, localised generation nodes linked together through a meshed grid – offers extensive resilience against Russian attacks. Why? The first reason is attrition.