Norway has approved an additional aid package of nearly $100 million for Ukraine to purchase natural gas for the upcoming 2025–2026 heating season. The funds will be provided through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to Naftogaz, enabling the purchase of gas from Western suppliers.
Response to Ukraine’s Urgent Request
The decision follows an appeal from President Volodymyr Zelensky, who stressed the urgent need to secure stable heating and electricity supplies amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
“President Zelensky asked us to help ensure electricity supply and heating in Ukraine until the next winter. I am very glad that we can respond positively to this request,”
— Espen Barth Eide, Norwegian Foreign Minister.
Purpose and Use of Funds
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Guarantee winter heating for millions of Ukrainian households
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Maintain emergency fuel reserves in case of further Russian strikes on the gas transportation network
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Strengthen Ukraine’s energy resilience during wartime conditions
Part of Ongoing Energy Support
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This tranche follows a similar $100 million allocation in March 2025
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Funds come under the Nansen Support Program
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Since 2022, Norway has provided $448 million for Ukraine’s gas needs
Strategic Energy Partnership
Eide emphasized that Norway will remain a long-term energy partner for Ukraine, supporting both immediate wartime needs and the transition to a modern, sustainable energy system.
