Expert explains why light does not stabilize until the end of winter: the Kremlin's goal.

According to ТСН: Ukrainians should not expect an improvement in energy supply until the end of winter. Expert Volodymyr Omelchenko explained how massive strikes deplete the energy system and what cynical goals the Kremlin has.

The director of energy programs at the Razumkov Center noted this during a broadcast on the Kyiv24 TV channel.

The situation with light is unlikely to improve during the winter

According to Omelchenko, most areas of Kyiv currently remain without electricity, and the heating situation is worsening. Problems with heat supply are already observed in the Svyatoshynskyi district. The expert stressed that with each new attack, the situation only becomes more complicated, as the energy system is physically unable to withstand constant strikes, despite the efforts of energy workers.

“It cannot be any other way. The system cannot withstand constant strikes, no matter how much the energy workers repair. I have no illusions that our energy system will improve its performance throughout the winter,” said Omelchenko.

The Russian Federation is trying to divide Ukraine's energy system

The specialist noted that Russia's actions could have been anticipated several months ago. In his opinion, the Russian side is trying to disorganize the energy system, in particular, to separate the left bank from the right and isolate the Odesa region. Omelchenko also explained the purpose of such actions.

“They are doing this to destabilize the energy system so that people are left without heat and electrical energy. To create chaos and political destabilization in the country, to pressure the government to force it to accept the conditions proposed by Putin. All of this was quite predictable,” emphasized the specialist.

The expert urges citizens to keep calm and not succumb to panic moods so as not to give the enemy the chance to achieve its goals.

“We must stand firm and not succumb to bots that call for capitulation, in fact. Capitulation would mean even more casualties, we understand this perfectly. There is no other choice, we must fight,” stated Omelchenko.

Problems with electricity in Kyiv

Omelchenko also addressed the situation in Kyiv, which is one of the most vulnerable cities regarding electricity and heat supply. The engagement of modular boiler houses can only partially alleviate the problems, while the preparation for the winter period on the part of the authorities should have been much more thorough.

“Both the government and the military administration, as well as the Kyiv administration, were simply obliged to ensure at least a minimum of critical infrastructure. This is heat supply, electrical energy for water utilities and electric transport. It was absolutely possible to prepare alternative sources,” noted Omelchenko.

What does the government do to improve the situation with light?

After the massive shelling of the energy system, the government introduced emergency measures to stabilize the situation in cold conditions. Prime Minister Iulia Svyrydenko noted that revising the list of critical infrastructure allowed the addition of 1 GW of capacity to the network, which contributes to balancing the system along with increasing imports. In Kyiv, the State Emergency Service is providing the most problematic houses with powerful generators, while across the country, additional “Points of Invincibility” are being deployed. Particular attention is paid to ensuring fuel reserves, price stability, and coordination with retail chains for uninterrupted supply of products. Heads of regional military administrations are ordered to personally monitor difficult situations on the ground while energy workers continue restoration work.

Problems with Ukraine's energy provision remain critical, especially in winter cold conditions. The difficult situation will require the government and energy companies to continue efforts to restore infrastructure and provide the population with heat and light. Undoubtedly, while hostilities continue, Russian strikes on the energy system will not relent, and the challenges the country faces will only grow.