In June-October 2024, Ukrainian banks financed 310 MW of generation facilities in 21 regions of the country, the Ministry of Energy reported, citing the results of a survey of banks conducted by the National Bank of Ukraine.
“The total amount of loans actually issued for the energy needs of legal entities is UAH 3.4 billion,” the statement said.
In addition, banks are reportedly lending to households. In particular, in October, 1 thousand loans totaling UAH 176 million were granted to individuals. The total gross portfolio of loans related to the energy needs of individuals increased to UAH 366 million.
According to the NBU, from June to October 2024, banks received a total of 2,927 thousand applications from businesses for loans to install energy equipment to strengthen energy independence, totaling UAH 66.2 billion. Of these, applications for UAH 11.7 billion were approved.