On January 9, electricity consumption in Ukraine stabilized. Will there be scheduled power outages?

In Ukraine, electricity consumption has stabilized and is currently at a level consistent with seasonal indicators. Emergency recovery efforts are ongoing at energy facilities, and power outage schedules are not being implemented. This was reported by Ukrenergo on January 9.

Electricity consumption on January 9 as of 09:30 was at the same level as the same time the previous day – Wednesday. On January 8, the daily maximum consumption was recorded in the evening, matching that of the previous day – Tuesday, January 7.

"Currently, the Ukrainian energy system continues to recover after thirteen massive missile and drone attacks by the Russians over the past year. Emergency recovery work at energy facilities is ongoing. Energy workers are doing everything possible to quickly restore damaged equipment and replace that destroyed by the enemy," Ukrenergo reported.

The situation in the energy system may change. Keep an eye on updates on the websites and official social media pages of your distribution system operator (oblenergo).

Ministry of Energy on tariff changes

Recently, media reported information about a supposed increase in electricity tariffs. It was claimed that from June 1, 2025, the cost of 1 kWh could rise to 6.68 hryvnias. The Ministry of Energy emphasized that there is currently no decision or draft decision regarding a review of electricity tariffs for the population. This issue is not on the agenda.

"The spread of false statements regarding tariffs is an attempt by the enemy to destabilize the situation in Ukraine. Be cautious and trust only official sources," the statement reads.