Energy Forum "Energy Decentralization 2026: Generation, Storage and Financing"

Welcome from the organizers and partners.

Introduction to the issues of energy decentralization in 2026, presentation of the key goals of the Forum.

Panel 1

Topics of presentations:

Serhii Yermilov, Minister of Fuel and Energy of Ukraine (2000–2001, 2002–2004)
Topic: The importance of implementing Smart Grid and Micro Grid technologies in distribution electrical networks

Oleksandr Dombrovskyi, Deputy Chairman of the Board of MHP, President of MHP Eco Energy, Chairman of the Board of the Public Union Global 100% RE Ukraine
Topic: Distributed generation and renewable energy: Integration of solar (SPP) and wind (WPP) power plants with gas and bioenergy facilities to ensure 100% autonomy for enterprises

Speaker TBA (not to be published on the website yet)
Topic: Grid connection: Obtaining technical specifications (TS), regulatory barriers, and interaction with distribution system operators (DSOs). How to accelerate the legalization of new capacities

Yuriy Bondarenko, General Director of LLC “NTC Enpaselektro,” Chairman of the Board of the NGO “STAPEE,” Chairman of the Technical Committee of the Ukrainian National Committee of CIGRE, First Vice President of the Association “Hydropower of Ukraine,” Honored Power Engineer of Ukraine
Topic: Generation management and microgrids (Micro Grid): How to combine different energy sources (solar, gas, grid) into a single efficiently operating system without the risk of accidents

Vitalii Nykolaienko, CEO of Voltage Group
Topic: Designing energy facilities in new realities: Where reliable decentralized generation begins. Features of project development for hybrid systems and cogeneration

Oleksandr Kisilov, Head of the Distributed Generation Division at Energy Company of Ukraine (ECU)

Maksym Fedotov, attorney, CEO and founder of the law firm “FEDOTOV & PARTNERS”
Topic: Distributed generation in Ukraine: Legal business models and new regulatory opportunities in 2026

Topics of presentations:

Olha Slyshynska, Head of Sales Department at LLC “Solar Garden”
Topic: Industrial battery energy storage systems (BESS): Distributed generation from backup power to arbitrage and ancillary services. Payback of battery systems in Ukraine

Oleksandr Chernykh, Director of EDS CHARGERS, part of the EDS Engineering and Investment Group
Topic: Charging infrastructure as an investment asset: from individual charging solutions to scalable е-Mobility hubs for business

Andrii Sovetnykov, Chief Project Engineer at ENTIE, an energy solutions integrator company
Topic: Economic and Technical Impact of Modernizing Energy Systems at Production Facilities during the Integration of Autonomous Power Sources

Vitalii Shevchenko, CEO of Panorama Group of Companies, Chairman of the Board of the NGO “Ukrainian Association of Energy Service Companies”
Topic: ESCO mechanisms (Energy Service): How to modernize municipal infrastructure, install renewable energy sources and heat pumps without capital investment from the customer

Serhii Tsuryk, Director of LLC “BATTEC,” Executive Director, Member of the Presidium of the Ukrainian National Committee of CIGRE
Topic: Innovative solutions for backup and uninterrupted power supply. Modern approaches and Lithuania’s experience in organizing and ensuring reliable backup and uninterrupted power supply

Yuriy Podoliak, General Director of IKNET
Topic: Decentralization of energy in Ukraine: barriers to development and necessary solutions

Roman Lukianchuk, Head of the Industry and Energy Department at JSC Ukreximbank
Denys Samchuk, Deputy Director of the SME Sales Department at Oschadbank
Topic: Financing energy projects: Available tools for businesses and communities. Credit lines, equipment leasing, international grants, and return on investment in decentralized generation