Kyiv implements the strictest power outages: an expert explains the reason
In most regions, scheduled power outages last from 4 to 8 hours per day. However, in Kyiv, power outages will total 9 to 12 hours per day, depending on the day of the week.
Power outages in Kyiv to become stricter / Photo: Unsplash
In Kyiv and the region, the strictest electricity supply restrictions in Ukraine have been implemented. This situation is unlikely to change soon, as the outage schedules in the capital are linked to a high amount of critical infrastructure. Consequently, ordinary consumers receive less electricity in times of deficit.
This information was shared by Oleksandr Kharchenko, Director of the Energy Research Center, during a briefing on June 3.
In most regions, scheduled power outages range from 4 to 8 hours per day. However, in Kyiv, under the conditions of round-the-clock operation of the schedules, there will be no electicity for a total of 9 to 12 hours a day, depending on the day of the week.
Kharchenko explained that in case of an electricity deficit, the system operator "Ukrenergo" distributes all available electricity across the country based on consumption forecasts. "If someone has a forecast of 100 MW, but only 90 MW is available, they receive a limit of 90 MW. If another forecast is 150 MW, they receive 130 MW. This is done based on percentage distribution," Kharchenko said.
After this distribution, all regions cover their critical infrastructure needs from the allocated volume of electricity by "Ukrenergo". The remaining electricity is then distributed to other consumers, including households.
"Kyiv, being the capital, has the highest amount of critical infrastructure. Consequently, the percentage of consumption for critical infrastructure in Kyiv is significantly higher than the national average. Therefore, residents and small to medium businesses in Kyiv, which are not considered critical infrastructure, receive a smaller percentage of electricity compared to any other region. This is the reality," the expert explained.
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