Kyiv plans to add more than 1.5 GW of thermal generation capacity

Minister for Restoration, Infrastructure and Transport Mykola Kalashnyk reported on Telegram that Kyiv plans to add over 1.5 gigawatts of thermal generation capacity. During an inspection of construction work at protective structures and backup boiler houses, Kalashnyk and city officials reviewed progress on the project. While a significant amount of work remains to be completed, including grid connections and equipment installation, experts estimate the project will take about two months to finalize.

These new facilities will bolster the city's heat supply during the upcoming heating season. Since the project's inception, Kyiv's Ministry of Restoration, Infrastructure and Transport has worked closely with project owners and contractors to expeditiously resolve issues related to grid connections, design approvals, and equipment supplies.

The team is also developing regulatory amendments to streamline similar projects nationwide. The project is being undertaken by the Service for Restoration and Infrastructure Development in Kyiv Region and the Kyiv City State Administration. A facility recently transferred from state to municipal ownership is expected to become an additional power source for parts of the city soon.

Protecting infrastructure and establishing backup capacity are crucial elements of Kyiv's resilience plan, particularly as a challenging winter approaches.