Atomruine: Deutschland will der Ukraine bei Reparatur der Tschernobyl-Hülle helfen

Kiew. German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has pledged Ukrainian assistance in repairing the damaged shield of the Chernobyl shelter during a visit to the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. The SPD politician, who entered the city by train in the morning, will also visit the restricted zone surrounding the accident site of the 1986 nuclear power plant.

The damaged shield, which was reinforced with billions of euros in concrete over a previously built sarcophagus, is now no longer guaranteed to provide protection, according to experts. Repair costs are estimated at around 500 million euros, according to the power plant's management. The minister emphasized that the repair process would be highly complex and require joint international efforts to be carried out promptly.

Germany, as a G7 member state, is already initiating a process in this direction. Germany sees Ukraine as a strong partner on the path to joining the European Union and is willing to provide financial assistance. The minister, accompanied by around a dozen businessmen interested in investing in Ukraine and developing joint projects with the country, emphasized that the current situation is particularly important, as July was one of the hardest months for the civilian population since the beginning of Russia's war of aggression in May 2022.

Despite the ongoing conflict, Ukraine is also working on its future, including the use of renewable energy sources for power supply. Germany has much to offer Ukraine in the field of green technologies, the minister explained, noting that both sides benefit: Ukraine receives modern and robust infrastructure, while German companies gain access to a significant future market.

Germany supports Ukraine's climate-friendly and environmentally friendly renewal. More: "Winter will be hard" – Kiev prepares for the next energy crisis.