Understanding the Ukraine Energy Support Fund: How Energy Assistance Is Structured and How to Engage
Ukraine’s energy infrastructure remains under sustained pressure. Ensuring reliable power supply is essential for civilian protection, economic stability and long-term recovery. A substantial share of international assistance — including Norway’s support — is therefore directed to the energy sector.
A key instrument for this support is the Ukraine Energy Support Fund (UESF), administered by the Energy Community Secretariat. Since 2022, the Fund has mobilized approximately EUR 1.8 billion from international partners.
In February 2026, Norway signed a new agreement with the Energy Community, committing an additional NOK 1 billion to the Fund. Norway’s total contribution to the UESF now amounts to nearly NOK 2 billion since December 2024. The Fund finances urgent repairs, critical equipment and infrastructure, while also supporting regulatory reform and market integration with Europe.
Norad, in cooperation with NUCC (Norwegian-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce), is inviting stakeholders to a seminar that will provide a structured introduction to how the Fund operates and how private actors can engage.
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Attendance is in person only. The seminar will be held in English.
The programme will cover:
- How needs in Ukraine’s energy system are identified and prioritized under conditions of war
- How the Fund is governed and coordinated with Ukrainian authorities, donors and partners
- Safeguards in place to manage risk, ensure accountability and protect integrity
- How procurement processes are organized, including requirements, procedures and timelines
- How companies and suppliers can register and participate in tenders
The seminar is relevant for public authorities, embassies, financial institutions, civil society, research institutions, and Norwegian companies delivering energy-related equipment and services.