The Ministry of Community Development and Territories, along with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), have signed a financial agreement that launches the "Renewable Energy Solutions" (RES) initiative. According to the ministry, the project has a total budget of €16.5 million.
This program aims to install solar panels, heat pumps, and battery systems at social infrastructure facilities such as schools, hospitals, and kindergartens.
The agreement was signed in Kyiv by First Deputy Minister Aliona Shkrum and Deputy Resident Representative of UNDP Christoforos Politis.
"Energy independence is not only a strategic goal but also an urgent necessity for recovery," Shkrum stated.
She emphasized that the implementation of renewable energy sources, especially in frontline areas, will ensure the continuity of services for the most vulnerable populations, even during outages.
The UNDP representative noted that this agreement promotes a "green transition", enabling a rapid shift from plans to actions, rebuilding the country more sustainably while supporting education and healthcare and making communities more resilient.