The end of the year is a natural time to reflect, draw conclusions, and plan ahead.
The year 2025 was extraordinarily challenging: war, destruction, an energy crisis, a shortage of skilled personnel, rising costs of materials and equipment, and severe financial constraints posed significant obstacles.
Yet, these very challenges strengthened us — we grew, became more resilient, adaptable, and determined. Thanks to this invaluable experience, the Energy Efficiency Fund (EEF) not only weathered 2025 but also ensured the continued development of all its active programs. Today, the EEF has a clear vision and a roadmap for further growth in 2026.
Key achievements as of the end of 2025
- UAH 4.2 billion — total grants disbursed by the EEF;
- 600+ buildings modernized under the Energodim Program, with average energy savings of ~50% for fully upgraded buildings;
- 900+ fully completed recovery projects for buildings damaged by russia’s military aggression under the VidnovyDIM Program;
- 160+ “green” projects implemented under the pilot phase of the GreenDIM Program;
- 540,000+ people participated in the EEF’s programs.
Key programs updates in 2025
Energodim:
- Increased maximum grant amounts (up to UAH 5 million for Package “A” and UAH 15 million for Package “B”);
- Updated unit cost ceilings;
- Expanded eligible measures under Package “A” (apartment-level heat meters and automatic radiator temperature regulators);
- Introduced step-by-step verification for Package “B”.
VidnovyDIM:
- Resumed application submissions;
- Increased grant amount to UAH 10 million;
- Added energy efficiency measures (installation of individual heating pumps, replacement of old wooden windows, and reimbursement of technical supervision costs);
- Updated cost ceilings.
GreenDIM:
- Pilot confirmed the effectiveness of renewable energy in multi-apartment buildings and demonstrated strong potential for scaling up.
Financial outlook
In June, the Donor Coordination Council approved updates to the EEF’s grant policy, and the EU announced additional financing of EUR 13 million, enabling the resumption of applications for the VidnovyDIM Program.
In November, a decision was made to increase the EEF’s statutory capital by UAH 240 million from the State Budget — the first such increase since russia’s full-scale invasion. For 2026, UAH 630 million is allocated in the State Budget, along with up to EUR 18 million from donors, providing a foundation for stable operations and program expansion.
Key plans for 2026
The EEF will continue scaling up energy modernization and recovery of the housing stock. Two major initiatives are planned:
- New energy-efficient recovery program for multi-apartment buildings without homeowners associations (HOAs). The goal is to broaden the range of beneficiaries, making energy-efficient recovery accessible to buildings currently outside the EEF’s programs. This aligns with updated European policy and will accelerate housing renovation in Ukraine.
- Expansion of the “Energodim” Program to include a “green” component, particularly solar power installations. The successful GreenDIM pilot proved the efficiency of renewable energy: buildings reduce costs, increase energy security, and maintain functionality during blackouts. The EEF plans to integrate these solutions into the core “Energodim” Program.
Gratitude and trust remain our highest values
We sincerely thank all partners, donors, government authorities, building co-owners, financial institutions, communities, local authorities, and civil society representatives who joined us in 2025 on the path of recovery and housing modernization, overcoming challenges together.
2026 will not be easy, but as the Ukrainian proverb says: “Do honest work boldly”. We will continue to implement our plans with determination and integrity, confident that together we will succeed.
May 2026 bring peace, stability, and energy efficiency to Ukraine, restore simple joys, and give everyone confidence in the future.