To that end, Zelensky said in his usual late-night speech that he met today with government officials and representatives of the largest state-owned energy companies and regulators.
"Regardless of what let the occupants plan for themselves, we must prepare for the coming winter in our country"reported the ruler.
The meeting discussed the purchase of gas, the accumulation of coal and the production of electricity.
"In the current situation due to Russia’s aggression, this will be the most difficult winter of all years of independence"said.
announced that Ukraine will not sell its gas and coal to other countriesgiven that all national production will be directed to the internal needs of its citizens.
At the same time, he added that Ukraine tries increase its capacity to export electricity.
"After the historical accession of our country to the unified energy network of Europe, such exports not only allow us to increase our foreign exchange earnings, but also directly influence the stabilization of the energy situation in neighboring countries, which reduces consumption power of russia"he added.
Another important aspect discussed at Tuesday’s meeting was the repair program for thermal power plants, combined heat and power plants and boiler rooms, especially for those that were damaged or completely destroyed by Russian attacks.
"The implementation of this program in the coming months is one of the main tasks of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine"Zelensky said.
