Ukraine’s Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal paid a working visit to one of DTEK Energy’s thermal power plants to thank the energy workers for their efforts during the heating season, which proved to be the most challenging since the full-scale war began.
The entire autumn and winter period was marked by heavy shelling of energy infrastructure, prolonged cold spells and continuous work in highly dangerous conditions. Despite this, the energy workers ensured stable power generation and the continuous repair of damaged equipment.
“The heating season proved a serious challenge for the entire national energy system. Thanks to the power engineers’ professionalism, their rapid response and their ability to work in conditions of constant danger, we managed to ensure a stable operation during this period. Their work contributes to the country’s resilience and the basic living conditions of millions of people,” said Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal.
During the visit, the minister presented state and departmental awards to 36 employees of DTEK Energy.
- Viacheslav Sviridov, Deputy Chief Engineer at Kryvorizka TPP, was awarded the Order ‘For Courage’ (3rd class) for his dedication during the restoration of energy infrastructure, his significant contribution to ensuring the reliability of the energy system, and his conscientious performance of his professional duties.
- Certificates of Honour from the Cabinet of Ministers were awarded to employees of various company enterprises: at Ladyzhynska TPP — Yurii Voitsitskyi; at Krivorizka TPP — Dmytro Kureiko; at Dobrotvirska TPP — Volodymyr Mrochkovskyi; at Burshtynska TPP — Oleh Tsymbalistyi; at Prydniprovska TPP — Andrii Samarskyi; at Interenergoservice — Vladyslav Pidvashetskyi; at Halremenerho — Petro Mahyr.
- The ‘Outstanding Energy Worker of Ukraine’ badge was awarded to: Oleksandr Bulava at Prydniprovska TPP; Mykhailo Veretelnik at Dobrotvirska TPP; Vasyl Herasymenko at Ladyzhynska TPP; Oleksandr Khripko at Kryvyi Rih TPP; Maksym Shumchenko at Burshtynska TPP; Vasyl Shulietskov at Interenergoservice; and Mykola Batsala at ‘Halremenerho’.
- The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine awarded letters of commendation to: Serhiy Bondarenko, Andrii Mukovoz and Roman Onyshchuk at Ladyzhynska TPP; Bohdan Voitsikhovskyi, Ihor Petryk and Taras Shandalovych at Burshtynska TPP; Oleksandr Nebish, Ihor Rozhdienievskyi, Serhii Yabloniev at Prydniprovska TPP; Oleksandr Hryshenin and Denys Zenkovych at Kryvorizka TPP; Andrii Miha, Oleh Rodiuk, Volodymyr Olshevskyi at Dobrotvirska TPP; Volodymyr Khimka, Andrii Verbovskyi and Volodymyr Kuibida at Halremenergo; Andrii Skorokhod at Interenergoservice.
- Certificates of Commendation from the Ministry of Energy were awarded to: Oleh Makarenko at Kryvorizka TPP; Mykhailo Pashchenko and Vasyl Petryk at Interenergoservice.
“The power engineers have demonstrated a high level of accountability for the results. All the plants operated as a single system — swiftly, in a coordinated manner, and with a clear understanding of the critical nature of their role. This work is systematic in nature: we are already preparing for the summer peaks and next winter, strengthening areas where necessary,” emphasised DTEK Energy CEO Oleksandr Fomenko. “It is important that such dedicated work is now being recognised by the relevant ministry — this is a sign of trust and an understanding of its significance for the country.”