Ukraine is in the process of securing a grant from a European country to facilitate gas purchases, as confirmed by Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal on January 27. This announcement followed his discussions with Odile Renaud-Basso, President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).
Shmyhal stated that the grant, amounting to €85 million, would be allocated through EBRD instruments to procure additional gas supplies for Ukraine. He indicated that the work on obtaining this grant is nearing completion.
During the conversation, the minister highlighted the challenging circumstances facing Ukraine’s energy system due to damage from Russian attacks and ongoing repair efforts. He emphasized the critical need for continued financial support from the EBRD for Ukrainian companies such as Ukrenergo and Ukrhydroenergo. This support is essential for repairs, equipment procurement, and the implementation of new solutions to ensure that citizens have access to electricity and heating.
Shmyhal expressed gratitude to Renaud-Basso and the EBRD team for their steadfast support of Ukraine, which is vital for maintaining resilience and rebuilding what has been destroyed by the conflict.
Since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, the country has targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. The intensity of these attacks has escalated, particularly since the autumn of 2025.
Following recent large-scale assaults by Russia, Ukraine’s energy system is currently under a state of emergency, with the most severe conditions reported in Kyiv and the surrounding region.
The Security Service of Ukraine has classified the attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure as crimes against humanity. They have documented at least 256 aerial assaults on energy facilities and heating systems since the beginning of the current heating season.
Ukraine is actively pursuing a grant from a European nation to support gas purchases, as its energy infrastructure faces significant challenges due to ongoing Russian attacks. Minister Denys Shmyhal underscored the necessity of continued EBRD support for repairs and resilience in the energy sector.