In this issue: The government makes another attempt to launch the process of coal sector restructuring, but it is important to make sure that the choice of pilot projects is non-discriminatory… In the gas market, most favorable period for termination of the PSO mechanism for households is nearing an end… Adoption of the law restructuring […]
In this issue: Given the potential financial difficulties, Naftogaz plans to optimize costs and investments, as well as consider new promising business areas… Against the background of gradual recovery in oil demand, OPEC+ countries are easing spring restrictions on production… The revival of market demand and gradual increase in the share of electricity sold by […]
In this issue: The increase of electricity transmission tariffs may lead to a deterioration of the investment climate… The coal sector continues to suffer from chronic problems: debts and questionable ways of supplying coal to state-owned enterprises, which indirectly leads to reduced production… After structural changes, the government continues to staff the Ministry of Environmental […]
In this issue: After the first year of operation of the new model of wholesale electricity market, the bilateral contracts market begins to revitalize… The implementation of memorandum between the government and investors in renewable energy has begun in legislative field, yet the key discussions of amendments are still ahead… The government predictably postponed for […]
In this issue: The government financial policy concerning Naftogaz may significantly reduce the company’s investment potential, particularly as regards maintaining and increasing gas production… The Regulator’s decision simplifying the procedure of supplier switching brings Ukraine closer to a competitive gas market for households, but the lack of other decisions and the hurry those decisions are […]
Weekly analytical report 1 – 8 June, 2020 In this issue: Even though the expected liberalization of the retail gas market for households is less than a month away, the government shows no signs of serious activity, in particular as regards ensuring guaranteed gas supply… The intentions to expand the U.S. sanctions against Nord Stream 2 aim […]
In this issue: Given the long-term uncertainty of Russian gas transit, Ukraine should start working on optimizing operation of its gas transmission system and diversifying its users… Important decisions necessary to open the gas market for households are being postponed till the last moment… The government and the parliament continue to look for the ways […]
Weekly analytical report 25 – 31 May, 2020 In this issue: – The intention of certain MPs to appeal the gas TSO unbundling may obstruct further integration of the Ukrainian and European gas markets… – The electricity market revealed vulnerability not just on the side of supply but also of demand: the regulator and […]
Weekly analytical report 20 – 26 May, 2020 In this issue: – The government’s first steps to stabilize the situation in the electricity market look cautious and do not significantly change the position of Energoatom… – Despite promises, the government and investors in renewable energy still haven’t reached a compromise, which continues to fuel […]
Weekly analytical report 13 – 19 May, 2020 In this issue: – Despite the difficult situation in the energy sector, the government continues to develop the long-awaited anti-crisis measures… – The government’s new vision concerning transformation of coal regions should not contradict the policy towards “green” transition defined by a number of Ukraine’s international commitments and […]
Weekly analytical report 6 – 12 May, 2020 In this issue: – The declining demand for gas in Europe did not prevent Russia from pressing ahead with its political pipeline projects… – In the middle of oil price crisis, when buyers of both crude oil and petroleum products in the global market take advantage of […]
Weekly analytical report 29 April – 5 May, 2020 In this issue: – The first decision of the government as part of ‘anti-crisis package’ was the revised forecasted electricity balance, which reflected the actual state of affairs in the market… – Due to low demand and the growing share of renewables in the forecasted […]