Norway's total contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund is now EUR 163.6 million 

Norway's new contribution will help Ukraine's energy system withstand subzero temperatures and recover from a winter defined by escalating Russian attacks

As part of its €340 million emergency support package to stabilise and restore Ukraine’s energy system, Norway has signed a €86.4 million contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, administered by the Energy Community Secretariat. These funds will finance urgent repairs to restore the operation of critical services after Russian attacks have significantly damaged energy infrastructure amid a particularly harsh winter season. The new contribution raises Norway's total support to the Fund to EUR 163.6 million. 

“Norway’s new contribution sends a resounding message of solidarity and confidence in Ukraine’s future during what may turn out to be the most critical moment since the beginning of the full-scale war," said Artur Lorkowski, Director of the Energy Community Secretariat. "These Funds will help secure critical energy supply today while unlocking long-term energy reform and modernisation. We could not be prouder to stand with Ukraine—together with Norway and other international partners – who continue to step up during moments of extreme need.” 

Established to respond swiftly and effectively to Russian attacks, the Fund has become a trusted mechanism for delivering rapid, coordinated support to Ukraine’s energy system. Unprecedented and sustained backing from both long-standing and new partners underscores this role. To date, the Fund has mobilised more than EUR 1.7 billion in signed contributions from 36 donors, concluding over 1,000 supply contracts worth more than EUR 800 million. This translates to real impact on the ground. Deliveries of critical energy equipment, services, and passive protection measures have already exceeded EUR 600 million.  

In parallel, the Fund's Ray of Hope initiative is expanding. The project is now supporting the deployment of over solar systems to over 160 healthcare facilities across the country, helping to ensure uninterrupted power supply during attack-induced blackouts —and thus sustain lifesaving medical services. 

Yet damage to energy infrastructure sustained this winter has left approximately €383 million in priority needs unmet. Meanwhile, with preparations for the next winter season needing to start now, continued and strengthened donor engagement through the Fund will be essential to safeguarding Ukraine’s immediate and future energy security.