The Netherlands has decided to increase its financial support for Ukraine’s energy sector by allocating an additional 35 million euros through the Energy Support Fund. This was announced by Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal.
This is reported by Kyiv24
Total Aid Amount Will Reach 100 Million Euros
With the new contribution, the total amount of aid from the Netherlands will reach 100 million euros. Part of these funds will be directed towards the installation of solar power plants on the roofs of buildings as part of the “Ray of Hope” initiative. This project aims to ensure a stable electricity supply for critical infrastructure facilities in Ukraine following attacks by the Russian Federation.
“The Netherlands will allocate an additional 35 million euros. Part of the contribution is directed towards the installation of solar power systems on the roofs of buildings through the ‘Ray of Hope’ initiative,” Shmyhal clarified.
Energy Support Amid Russian Attacks
Since the beginning of the full-scale aggression by Russia, which has been ongoing since February 2022, Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has become one of the main targets for the enemy. Starting from the fall of 2025, Russian forces have significantly intensified their shelling of energy facilities.
The Security Service of Ukraine considers such strikes to be crimes against humanity. The agency reported that since the beginning of the current heating season, at least 256 air attacks by Russia on energy facilities and heating systems in the country have been documented.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal expressed gratitude to the government of the Netherlands for its significant contribution to supporting Ukrainian energy and helping to ensure the stable operation of critical infrastructure.