The Group of Seven (G7) energy ministers have vowed to help Ukraine rebuild and protect its energy infrastructure following a new wave of Russian strikes that continue to devastate the country’s power grid.
The pledge, issued on November 1, 2025, through the Canadian presidency of the G7, highlights the bloc’s long-term commitment to bolstering Ukraine’s resilience ahead of another harsh winter.
G7 Condemns Russia’s Strikes on Ukraine’s Energy Network
In a joint communiqué, G7 ministers condemned Russia’s systematic attacks on Ukraine’s energy system, calling them “devastating” for civilians and the environment.
“We, the G7 Energy Ministers, condemn Russia’s war against Ukraine, and its impact on their energy security. We reaffirm our unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its territorial integrity and right to exist, and its freedom, sovereignty and independence.”
The statement emphasized that the destruction of power plants and heating infrastructure “has severe social, environmental, and economic consequences, disproportionately impacting the most vulnerable.”
According to the ministers, such strikes aim to erode Ukraine’s morale and disrupt essential services—yet Kyiv continues to restore power grids at an unprecedented pace.
Coordinated Assistance to Rebuild Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure
The G7 countries confirmed they will intensify cooperation through the G7+ Coordination Group on Ukraine’s Energy Sector and the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, both key mechanisms for channeling resources into Ukraine’s reconstruction.
Support will include:
- Direct financial aid and credit lines for emergency repairs;
- Risk-insurance instruments to attract private investment;
- Policy coordination to align donor programs;
- Technical collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to secure nuclear facilities.
The ministers underscored that these initiatives aim to move beyond short-term relief toward long-term investment in a modernized, decentralized energy system for Ukraine.
Financial Commitments from Canada and Norway
Several G7 members have already expanded their contributions.
- Canada announced the accelerated disbursement of the final portion of its $70 million pledge to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund.
- Norway followed with an additional $150 million allocation to provide electricity and heating to Ukrainian households before winter.
Analysts note that these funds are essential not only for grid stabilization but also for ensuring energy independence as Ukraine integrates with European energy markets through the ENTSO-E system.
Countering Russia’s ‘Shadow Fleet’ and Energy Revenues
The G7 statement also reaffirmed the group’s determination to curb Russia’s wartime oil revenues by dismantling its so-called “shadow fleet” of tankers used to evade Western sanctions.
“Complementing these efforts, energy-related sanctions on Russia are being enforced and we continue to take action to tighten measures and dismantle Russia’s shadow tanker fleets to curb war-related revenues. “
Ministers said further restrictions would be coordinated with the European Union’s recent 19th sanctions package, which added 117 vessels to the list of banned ships.
This strategy aligns with ongoing efforts by the Price Cap Coalition to tighten enforcement and prevent illicit energy trade channels from financing Russia’s war machine.
Energy Security as a Frontline of the War
For Ukraine, energy security has become as vital as territorial defense. Repeated Russian waves of missile and drone strikes have forced Kyiv to rebuild power plants and substations multiple times since 2022.
The G7 support for Ukraine’s energy system therefore represents both humanitarian relief and a strategic deterrent against further aggression.
By linking short-term aid with long-term reconstruction, Western partners are laying the groundwork for a post-war European energy architecture that is cleaner, more resilient, and less dependent on Russian supply chains.
Energy experts argue that G7 coordination could define the blueprint for Ukraine’s green recovery. The focus is shifting from crisis management to systemic resilience. However, on the other hand, Ukraine needs more advanced air defense systems to protect its energy infrastructure from Russian missile attacks.
