The Government of the Republic of Serbia and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed a new financing agreement worth EUR 2 million to strengthen the sustainability of Ukraine’s energy sector, the UNDP press service reported.

These funds will be used to purchase and supply high-voltage transformers—critical equipment needed to restore power transmission capacity and ensure stable electricity supply to millions of Ukrainians. These measures are being implemented as part of the UNDP Green Energy Recovery Programme.

“This contribution is a tangible demonstration of our support for restoring vital services. We want hospitals, schools, and homes to remain powered during these difficult times,” said Andon Sapundži, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Serbia to Ukraine.

According to Auke Lotsma, UNDP Resident Representative in Ukraine, The Serbian government’s assistance in restoring and modernizing the national electricity grid not only meets immediate needs but also lays the foundation for a more sustainable energy future for Ukraine.

Since 2022, Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has suffered extensive damage. According to the Fifth Rapid Damage and Recovery Needs Assessment (RDNA5), total losses in the sector are estimated at $88.2 billion. The electricity subsector alone accounts for approximately $17.1 billion of these losses, primarily affecting generation and transmission facilities.

The project aims to improve access to basic services—specifically, heat, electricity, and water—for communities in target areas where infrastructure has suffered the most. The project is being implemented within the framework of the Ukraine-UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly Sustainable Development Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy).