{
  "id": 8323916,
  "title": "Government allocates nearly UAH 1B for backup power systems in Kyiv apartment buildings",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/government-allocates-nearly-uah-1b-for-backup-power-systems-in-kyiv",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T22:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ukrinform - Economy",
    "slug": "ukrinform-economy",
    "url": "https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-economy/4165356-government-allocates-nearly-uah-1b-for-backup-power-systems-in-kyiv-apartment-buildings.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ukrainian government has allocated nearly UAH 1 billion for the installation of backup power systems in Kyiv apartment buildings, according to a directive published on September 15, 2026. The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development, in collaboration with the Kyiv City State Administration and Kyiv Regional Military Administration, will receive UAH 989.161 million to begin this pilot project. The funds, sourced from the state budget's reserve fund, are earmarked for the first phase of the initiative, which aims to ensure the operation of essential systems such as elevators, lighting, and utility systems in apartment buildings. This measure is part of the government's list of urgent priority actions. Residents will be responsible for the continued operation, maintenance, and fuel procurement of the installed equipment, including batteries, inverters, and generators.",
  "summary": "The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 989.1 million from the reserve fund to equip apartment buildings in Kyiv with independent backup power systems.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ukrainian government allocates nearly UAH 1B for Kyiv apartment backup power systems",
    "Funds from state budget reserve for first phase of pilot project",
    "Residents to handle operation, maintenance, and fuel for installed equipment"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}