Electricity consumption decreased against the background of blackouts due to the attack of the Russian Federation, but there is a need for savings – Ukrenergo

The level of electricity consumption today is lower than on the previous working day, Friday, November 15, against the background of a large-scale blackout in Odesa due to the attack of the Russian Federation on the energy industry and a certain warming, the need for frugal consumption persists throughout the day, NEC “Ukrenergo” reported on Monday. writes UNN.

Consequences of shelling

“Emergency restoration work is ongoing in Odesa region after the enemy’s massive missile and drone attack on energy facilities on November 17. Energy workers are gradually reviving the blacked-out consumers. The measures to limit consumption, which are in effect in the rest of the regions, are not being applied in Odesa region today,” the message states. .

The company stated that “due to the enemy’s mass attack on the energy system of the previous day, consumption restriction measures for industrial and household consumers are in effect today in Ukraine. From 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., two rounds of blackouts are applied simultaneously.”

Consumption

Today, November 18, as of 5:00 a.m., the level of consumption was 7% lower than at the same time the previous working day – Friday, November 15. “This is explained by the blackout of a significant number of consumers in Odesa as a result of the attack on the power system the previous day. And also – the increase in air temperature, compared to last week,” Ukrenergo said.

“There is a significant power deficit in the power system. Please consume electricity sparingly throughout the day. Do not turn on several powerful electrical appliances at the same time from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.,” the company emphasized.

Blackout schedules are in effect in most regions, the import of electricity from 5 countries is planned – the Ministry of EnergyNovember 18 2024, 08:39 • 5936 views