Klitschko tells about unique system of reserve energy supply: 7 mini-CHPPs to be put into operation in Kyiv this winter

A unique distributed cogeneration system is being introduced in the capital of Ukraine, which has no analogues in any country in the world. In particular, 6 new mini-CHPЗs (combined heat and power plants) will be put into operation in Kyiv by the end of this year, and another one at the beginning of next. This will help the city provide critical infrastructure facilities and residential buildings with electricity and heat in the event of emergency outages. This was stated by Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

"We continue to implement the distributed cogeneration model. We are talking about a more maneuverable and flexible system of mini-CHPPs. These are small, compared to the existing giants, cogeneration facilities that simultaneously produce electricity and heat. In our case, the distribution of these mini-CHPPs in different areas is one of their key advantages. After all, they significantly complicate the goal of the enemy, who is trying to damage our energy system as much as possible," Vitali Klitschko said.

He noted that the construction of new CHPPs also involves the creation of level 2 protective structures.

"The construction of new CHPPs includes the creation of level 2 protective structures. I note that the construction of this category of protection is possible precisely in the case of distributed cogeneration facilities, given their smaller size and capacity," the mayor of Kyiv noted.

He also reported that 85% of the capital's schools and kindergartens are equipped with alternative power systems. In addition, Kyiv continues to purchase generators for educational institutions.

"500 schools and kindergartens are equipped with generators and backup power. And we are purchasing new ones. I would like to note right away that generators are not the only, but only one of the sources of alternative power supply in schools and kindergartens. We are implementing a hybrid backup power supply system in Kyiv educational institutions. It combines autonomous generation, storage systems and elements of renewable energy to optimize energy consumption," Vitali Klitschko emphasized.

In particular, small solar power plants (SPPs) with limited capacity have already been installed in several educational institutions. These systems are integrated with charge storage to support basic needs (lighting, communications).

Earlier, Vitali Klitschko reported that this winter, the installation of cogeneration plants will allow Kyiv to produce an additional about 100 MW of electricity for the uninterrupted operation of critical infrastructure facilities.

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