The European Union will send 5,700 photovoltaic panels donated by Enel and manufactured in Italy, particularly Catania, to Kiev. Dubbed the “Light of Hope,” the project aims to allow the Ukrainian capital to keep schools and hospitals operational, which are at high risk of power outages due to the war. The Italian energy multinational will donate solar panels to Kiev by the summer, implementing the first step of the aid initiative announced by President Ursula von der Leyen on February 2 during a visit to Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky.
“I promised to work with Ukraine on renewable energy sources that are important for energy security. Now we keep our word,” Von der Leyen said. With this first step for Ukraine to have clean, domestic electricity.” The agreement signed by Enel’s CEO, Francesco Starace, and Ukrainian Energy Minister, German Galushchenko, supplied the war-torn country with 5,700 photovoltaic panels for a total power of 350 Watts each. 2 MW to cover up to 11,400 square meters of roofs of public buildings in Ukraine.
“We thank the European Commission for involving us in this important project where we can contribute to the continued functioning of essential public services in Ukraine. The photovoltaic panels we donated were produced by our 3Sun Gigafactory, an Italian excellence that has led to greater energy independence in Europe. true, it helps re-establish the photovoltaic value chain”, stressed Starace. “These panels will produce clean, sustainable and reliable energy, helping important public buildings such as schools and hospitals in Ukraine become energy self-sufficient,” he added.
I promised to work with Ukraine on renewable energy sources, which are important for energy security.
We are delivering now: the first batch of 5 700 solar panels will be shipped to Ukraine soon.
Thank you @KadriSimson For working with the industry on this – I’m sure more donations will come. pic.twitter.com/Q1GBkOiDxo
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderlenen) March 3, 2023
“This project launches a broader initiative to improve Ukraine’s energy security by developing renewable capacities, demonstrates European solidarity in action and highlights how investments in clean technology generation can make Europe more energy secure and independent,” said Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson. said. .
The Commissioner’s statements were followed by the statements of the Ukrainian minister Galushchenko, who said that the “gradual decentralization of the Ukrainian energy system” would act as a guarantee against Russian attacks and allow the country to remain independent and healthy thanks to the functioning of the country. public arteries. Galushchenko then concluded by thanking Enel and the European Commission for their “strong support and solidarity in Ukraine’s struggle for survival”.
The panels, donated by Enel, will be transported to the territory of Ukraine with the logistical support of the Union Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM) and the Energy Community. Photovoltaic plates will be assigned to all buildings that perform essential functions for Ukrainian society, according to a list of priorities drawn up by Kiev. Supervision of the entire distribution and installation process will be entrusted to the careful supervision of the Energy Community Secretariat in cooperation with local authorities.
Source: Today IT
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