Energy efficiency in Ukraine
Why is energy efficiency is vitally important for Ukraine?
- Ukraine consumes energy sources equal to USA and Russia but produces 10 times less products
- Over 30% losses in heating network
- 20 million tons of agri and wood waste are not processed
- 11 million tons solid waste are not processed
- Dependence on gas
- Outdated facilities
- Extensive heat supply to residential buildings
Why international companies should not miss opportunities in Ukraine?
- In 2012, Ukraine plans to raise UAH 19.5 bln (2.4bn USD) for Energy Efficiency projects
- In the last 5 years UAH 26.776 bln were directed by the government to financing of Energy Efficiency programs
- Energy Efficiency in Ukraine is seen by EBRD as on of the most prioritized segments
- Import of equipment for energy production from renewable sources are exempt from VAT




