The power supply in Kyiv is expected to be difficult this winter, and residents should be prepared for frequent fluctuations and extended power outages. The situation with restrictions will depend on possible missile attacks and freezing weather.<\/p>\n
According to Oleksiy Kucherenko, a people’s deputy and first deputy chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Energy and Housing, an electrical substation accident in the capital recently occurred, making it challenging to deliver additional capacity to Kyiv.<\/p>\n
The city currently depends on the Rivne and Khmelnytsky nuclear power plants. Although a complete power outage in Kyiv is unlikely, residents may experience outages of 14\u201315 hours daily.<\/p>\n
Kucherenko clarified that approximately 20% of the electricity consumed is used for critical infrastructure. The distribution of resources will be carried out manually among production, business, and the population, which can lead to conflicts and stress.<\/p>\n
The deputy noted that some consumers, such as shopping malls and business centers, pay for electricity at market prices, which helps maintain the operation of the power system and essential services, including hospitals and water supply.<\/p>\n
Kucherenko also warned that in severe frosts, the duration of outages may increase due to increased electricity consumption for heating premises. The most significant risks are expected in January and February.<\/p>\n
The deputy added that the power supply situation changes after each attack: during power system restoration, the city may switch to a less strict schedule, but new strikes return it to the old queues. Currently, part of the day in Kyiv is light, and the rest of the time, the city may remain without electricity.<\/p>\n
He also emphasized that the power outage is a consequence of the war and Russia’s attacks. City officials and deputies must monitor the fairness of the outage schedules, and the National Commission for Regulation in the Spheres of Energy and Utilities monitors them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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