Ray of Hope brings new solar energy to hospitals in Kyiv region 

Clean energy strengthens hospitals today, building a more resilient health system for tomorrow

Two additional solar PV systems with capacities of 44.9 kW and 102 kW have been installed in the Kyiv region. They are already generating electricity to support two health care facilities’ daily operations under the “Ray of Hope” initiative.

This project was delivered under the Ukraine Energy Support Fund (the Fund), managed by the Energy Community Secretariat (Secretariat) in close cooperation with Ukraine’s Ministry of Health and Ministry of Energy. 

By installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in health care facilities across Ukraine, Ray of Hope delivers sustainable services for critical infrastructure and strengthens Ukraine’s energy resilience.  

“The Ray of Hope is a testament to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund’s efficacy in combining immediate relief with long-term transformation of Ukraine’s energy system. Coordinated action with donors and partners ensures the protection of essential services while advancing energy decentralisation and sustainability goals," affirmed Artur Lorkowski, Director of the Energy Community Secretariat.

With missile and drone attacks continuing to target Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, hospitals frequently face power disruptions that endanger essential medical services. The newly installed solar PV systems provide a reliable and independent source of electricity, ensuring that critical functions — such as intensive care units, surgical operations, and emergency departments — remain fully operational even during outages. 

"Ensuring the energy independence of Ukraine's critical infrastructure facilities remains one of the priorities of our work. Solar panels installed in healthcare institutions will enable doctors to save hundreds and thousands of lives even in the event of possible disruption to the power system caused by Russian attacks, "noted Svitlana Grynchuk, Minister of Energy of Ukraine.  "We highly value the contribution of our international partners to this process and the support provided through the mechanisms of the Ukraine Energy Support Fund and the 'Ray of Hope' initiative."

For his part, Viktor Liashko, Ministry of Health of Ukraine, highlighted that "Enemy's attacks on the energy system make the healthcare infrastructure particularly vulnerable, since electricity shortages impact the work of hospitals. That is why we are working on equipping medical institutions with alternative energy sources, particularly, solar panels. It is an important step for energy independence and stable work of the healthcare system. I'm grateful for international partner's support, that allows to save the life even in the most difficult times." 

Launched in 2023 by the European Commission and implemented by the Secretariat through the Fund, the “Ray of Hope” initiative continues to expand, with over 130 projects currently under development and 193 hospitals in the pipeline.

The Ministry of Health of Ukraine has already defined 300 priority medical institutions to take part in the initiative. By delivering clean, secure, and uninterrupted energy to hospitals and with the support of donors — the European Union, Germany, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Canada — the initiative provides a vital lifeline in wartime and builds the foundations for a more resilient future.