Power grid operators attribute this dynamic to several factors. First, clear weather in most regions allows residential solar power plants to operate efficiently, reducing the volume of electricity drawn from the general grid. Second, air temperatures have dropped to more comfortable levels.
Yesterday, June 14, the daily peak consumption was recorded in the evening hours. It was 1.4% lower than the peak of the previous Sunday, June 7, which is also due to cooler weather and less need for air conditioning.
Energy experts advise shifting the use of high-power electrical appliances to the period of peak production from industrial solar power plants — from 10:00 to 16:00. At the same time, citizens are requested to use electricity sparingly during the evening hours — from 18:00 to 22:00.
Impact of Shelling and Severe Weather
Russia continues its massive attacks on Ukraine's civilian energy infrastructure. Due to Russian missile and drone strikes, as of this morning, there are power outages affecting consumers in Kyiv, as well as in the Kharkiv, Sumy, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia regions. Emergency restoration works have already begun in areas where the security situation permits.
Additionally, adverse weather conditions have impacted the power grids. Due to rain, thunderstorms, and wind gusts, about 30 settlements in the Kyiv region were left fully or partially without electricity this morning. Oblenergo repair crews are already working to restore the damaged power lines.
The situation in the energy system remains subject to change. Current information regarding schedules and grid status can be found on the official resources of your local distribution system operators.
