Italy to provide EUR 2M for energy resilience project in Ukrainian cities

The agreement to launch the project was signed by Italy’s Ambassador to Ukraine, Carlo Formosa, and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), the Italian Embassy in Ukraine told Ukrinform.

“The project involves a detailed analysis of opportunities for integrating renewable energy sources into Ukraine’s energy system and developing microgrids to enhance the energy autonomy of cities,” Formosa said.

He said that the initiative would explore advanced technological tools to improve energy efficiency and reduce consumption, ultimately creating a model for more sustainable urban energy planning.

The ambassador said that a key aspect of the project would be training and technology transfer, with Italian and Ukrainian experts working together to build local expertise in sustainable energy management. Additionally, the program will support the Ukrainian government in developing long-term policies for energy transition and attracting investments in the renewable energy sector.

The initiative aims to aid Ukraine’s recovery by promoting a more resilient and decentralized energy system in line with the “Build Back Better” principle, enhancing efficiency and security.

According to the embassy, the project, developed in collaboration with UNEP, is part of Italy’s broader efforts to support Ukraine’s recovery and energy security, with a total allocation of EUR 125 million through joint initiatives and strategic partnerships with local and international institutions and partners.

The signing ceremony was attended by Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Energy, Roman Andarak, representatives of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) in Kyiv, and UNEP officials.

As Ukrinform previously reported, the Ukraine Recovery Conference will be held in Rome on July 10-11, 2025, bringing together heads of state and government from 77 countries, with around 1,800 participants expected. The event will also host 500 companies, including 150 from Germany, 150 from Ukraine, and 200 from other participating nations.

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