This transfer involves 13 diesel-powered backup power generators that were to be replaced in 2024, according to the Svenska kraftnät’s maintenance plan. Instead of being disposed of or stored in a spare parts warehouse, the backup power generators will be donated to Ukraine and used there. Regularly checking surplus material during maintenance and reinvestment is a sustainable way to support Ukraine.

“Sweden will continue to support Ukraine and its people for as long as it takes. Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy supply have been very extensive and the coming winter will be difficult. The transfer of 13 diesel-powered backup power generators from Svenska kraftnät will make a difference. They will, for example be able to supply a hospital with electricity or be used in the electricity system itself to better handle disruptions,” says Minister for Energy, Business and Industry Ebba Busch.

“Today’s announcement is a further step in the Government’s priorities for support to Ukraine. This is a concrete example of how Swedish support will contribute to the hard-pressed energy infrastructure and heat Ukrainian homes this winter,” says Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Johan Forssell.