Nuclear Energy Stays Strong
Energy is one of the key sectors Entrypoint focuses on, given its critical importance to Ukraine’s economy, resilience and future recovery.
Nuclear power remains the backbone of the country’s electricity system, accounting for 53% of generation in 2025. At the same time, Ukraine’s total electricity generation has fallen by almost 40% compared with 2021.
Last week, Kyiv hosted NUCNEXT-2026, the VIII International Scientific and Technical Conference dedicated to innovation and the future of nuclear energy. The event brought together representatives of Ukraine’s nuclear industry, regulators, scientists and international partners. Discussions covered advanced reactor technologies, nuclear safety and physical protection, lifetime extension of existing nuclear plants, new nuclear capacity, and spent-fuel and radioactive-waste management. (Українське ядерне товариство)
The conference also highlighted something that can sometimes be overlooked amid the war: Ukraine retains substantial scientific and engineering expertise in civilian nuclear energy.
Looking beyond the war, this expertise could become an important asset for economic recovery. The expansion and modernisation of nuclear generation could provide the large volumes of reliable, low-carbon electricity needed for industrial reconstruction, new investment and Ukraine’s deeper integration into the European energy system.
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