Project Snapshot
| Metric | Detail |
|---|---|
| Developer | PJSC Ukrnafta (Naftogaz Group) |
| Total capacity | 670 MW by 2026 |
| Components | • 6 gas-piston / gas-turbine plants — 420 MW • Combined heat-and-power (CHP) plant — 250 MW |
| Fuel source | Associated gas from Ukrnafta oil fields |
| Regions | Central, Eastern & Western Ukraine |
| International partners | Norway, Sweden, Germany; IFIs; Govt. of Ukraine |
Why It Matters
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Grid resilience: Distributed generation mitigates risks from ongoing strikes on large power stations.
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Energy self-reliance: Converts flare gas into electricity, lowering import needs and emissions.
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Defence logistics: Ukrnafta already supplies 99 % of MoD fuel; added power reinforces military infrastructure.
CEO Perspective
“We’re transforming from a traditional oil producer into an energy-sustainability player—our answer to Russia’s attacks on critical infrastructure.”
— Yurii Tkachuk, Acting Director, Ukrnafta
Timeline & Milestones
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Q4 2025 | First two gas-piston plants online (≈140 MW) |
| Q1 2026 | 250 MW CHP groundbreaking |
| Mid-2026 | Remaining 280 MW of modular units commissioned |
| End-2026 | Full 670 MW portfolio connected to Ukrenergo grid |
Technical Highlights
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Gas-Turbine + Piston Mix: Fast-ramping units for peak shaving and frequency regulation.
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CHP Efficiency: Up to 87 % combined heat & power output, supplying nearby industries and communities.
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Modular Skids: Factory-built blocks enable <12-month deployment cycles.
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Grid Services: Capacity payments, ancillary services, and day-ahead market sales.
Funding & Partnerships
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Equity: Ukrnafta / Naftogaz capital reinvestment
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Debt & Guarantees: Negotiations with EBRD, EIB, and Nordic financial institutions
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OEMs: Short-listed European turbine and engine suppliers with wartime service support
