Norway Backs Ukraine’s Winter Power Repairs

Norwegian Energy Minister Terje Aasland announced the contribution during a visit to Kyiv on October 27, 2026. The money will be paid in November and December, according to Norway’s Ministry of Energy.

Repeated Russian attacks have damaged energy facilities and left electricity supplies vulnerable. Aasland said replacement equipment was urgently needed to restore damaged infrastructure and prevent severe humanitarian consequences during the winter.

Keeping the lights on under attack

In Kyiv, Aasland visited Ukrenergo, which operates Ukraine’s main electricity grid. He said energy workers risked their lives every day to keep facilities running and provide people with light and warmth.

Norway and Ukraine also signed an updated energy cooperation agreement during the visit. Sharing experience of protecting power facilities and restoring supplies after attacks will be a priority. Norwegian officials responsible for electricity preparedness joined the delegation to learn from Ukraine’s experience.

Ukraine sets the repair priorities

Ukrainian authorities will decide which needs are most urgent. Norway will channel the contribution through the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, which finances equipment and repairs for the country’s energy sector.

The fund turns international donations into purchases for Ukrainian energy companies. Its manager, the Energy Community Secretariat, pays suppliers directly and tracks delivery and installation.

The fund supports both electricity and heating. Its purchases include transformers that serve the power grid and boilers used to supply heat, giving repair teams equipment needed to restore essential services.

Part of Norway’s existing aid budget

The contribution comes from the Nansen Support Program, Norway’s established assistance package for Ukraine. It falls within the approximately €1.44 billion allocated to civilian and humanitarian support in 2026.

Norway’s total allocation for Ukraine this year is approximately €8.18 billion, including €6.74 billion for military assistance.

Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022, Norway has provided more than €1.54 billion for Ukraine’s energy needs, according to the ministry. That funding has helped purchase gas, repair damaged infrastructure and develop new energy solutions.