Ukraine’s Electricity Exports Surge 2.5 Times Amid Russia’s Ongoing Energy Attacks
Ukraine has experienced a dramatic increase in electricity exports, surging by 2.5 times in June 2025 compared to pre-Russian attack levels. The country exported over 237,000 megawatt-hours, marking a recovery to autumn 2022 levels. This marks the first time since October 2023 that Ukraine has exported more electricity than it imports.
The recovery is attributed to the country’s ability to manage surplus energy during specific hours and import during deficit hours. Hungary has been the primary importer, with exports to the country jumping from 34,000 to 122,000 MWh in a single month.
Despite the progress, Russia continues to target Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, with a recent strike hitting a critical facility in Kherson Oblast, causing widespread blackouts. Governor Oleksandr Prokudin warned residents to prepare for prolonged outages as engineers work to restore power.
This marks a significant turnaround from June 2024, when Ukraine had no exports at all and imported 858,000 MWh, four times more than in June 2025.
Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine’s energy system have led to emergency power shutdowns in eight oblasts since February 2025, exacerbating the challenges faced by the country’s energy sector.
As Ukraine continues to navigate these challenges, its ability to export electricity represents a crucial step in its efforts to rebuild and stabilize its energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict.