Jakarta, INTI - Canada will increase its support for Ukraine’s energy sector by collaborating with industry players to provide oil and gas equipment under favorable terms, while also encouraging greater investment in renewable energy, the two governments announced on Wednesday.
Since launching its full-scale invasion in February 2022, Russia has repeatedly targeted Ukraine’s power plants, electricity grids, and gas infrastructure. Earlier this week, Russian strikes on energy facilities killed three people and left tens of thousands without electricity and heating.
During a meeting in Paris, Canada, and Ukraine formalized a strategic energy partnership. Under the agreement, Canada will coordinate with domestic industries to supply oil and gas equipment to Ukraine’s energy security.
Canada will also notify its domestic companies about opportunities to invest in Ukrainian renewable energy projects and the reconstruction of hydropower facilities, according to the published agreement.
“This is not simply reconstruction. It is modernization under pressure,” Canadian Energy Minister Tim Hodgson told reporters.
Addressing Hybrid Threats and Infrastructure Resilience
Both countries agreed to conduct risk assessments and joint exercises aimed at countering hybrid threats to energy infrastructure, while also deepening commercial cooperation in nuclear fuel supply.
The agreement, which includes technical cooperation on developing infrastructure for non-Russian gas supplies to Ukraine, is not legally binding. Any planned investments will require follow-up action by private companies.
Ukraine is emerging from its harshest winter since the 2022 invasion. Russian air strikes have caused prolonged outages of electricity, water, and heating, with temperatures plunging to as low as minus 20 degrees Celsius. Even households and businesses that retain power are facing sharply rising energy costs.
Last month, Ukraine’s central bank lowered its economic growth forecast for the year to 1.8% from 2%, citing the ongoing energy crisis. The country’s energy minister said last week that electricity demand currently exceeds supply capacity by roughly one-third.
Conclusion
Canada’s expanded commitment to Ukraine’s energy sector highlights a dual objective: immediate resilience and long-term modernization. Beyond restoring damaged infrastructure, the partnership focuses on diversifying energy sources, strengthening protection against hybrid threats, and accelerating renewable energy investment. As Ukraine continues to face persistent attacks on its energy system, international cooperation will remain critical not only for recovery, but for building a more secure and sustainable energy future.
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