UK Supports Ukraine’s Energy Security with New £17 Million InnovateUkraine Funding
The United Kingdom and Ukraine have launched a new phase of the InnovateUkraine program to boost green energy innovation
The Gaze reports on it, referring to a press release on the official website of the Government of the UK.
The United Kingdom and Ukraine have launched the second round of the InnovateUkraine program, investing an additional £17 million to support 14 new green energy projects.
The initiative, announced at Rebuild Ukraine 2025, builds on the first round of InnovateUkraine, which supported 12 projects. The program aims to develop low-carbon solutions that address Ukraine’s urgent energy resilience and security needs while promoting sustainable approaches to broader global climate and energy challenges.
Over the next 24 months, collaboration between Ukrainian, British, and international businesses and research institutions will focus on scalable clean energy solutions. Notable projects include sustainable building concepts, long-term iron-based energy storage, AI-driven microgrids, carbon capture from cement, and converting agricultural waste into energy.
UK and Ukrainian officials emphasized the program’s role in strengthening Ukraine’s energy resilience, fostering innovation, and building talent. The initiative draws on a century-long partnership in the energy sector and reflects a shared commitment to green recovery and tackling climate challenges.
“These projects demonstrate the strength of UK–Ukraine collaboration and our shared commitment to tackling global climate and energy challenges,” said Ambassador to Ukraine, Neil Crompton.
The first round of InnovateUkraine projects has already advanced solutions in heating, biogas, waste recycling, and battery storage, with many initiatives seeking further funding and scaling their impact.
The historic 100-year partnership between Ukraine and the United Kingdom builds on a long-standing relationship and aims to deepen cooperation across security, defence, and economic sectors. Signed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in January 2025, the agreement underscores the UK’s support for Ukraine’s European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations, including its path toward NATO membership.
The deal includes 14 key articles covering defence and military cooperation, maritime security, energy and climate initiatives, countering foreign disinformation, justice and prosecution, science and technology, and trade and economic collaboration. It emphasizes joint development of Ukraine’s defence-industrial capabilities, including technology transfers and interoperability as a future NATO ally.
The partnership is intended to remain in force for 100 years, with provisions for amendment by mutual consent and the option to enter into additional agreements to implement its objectives.
As The Gaze reported earlier, the United Kingdom pledged a further £10 million to support urgent repairs to Ukraine’s energy system.
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