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Ukraine Clean Technology Fund Investment Plan Summary

Core Content

This document outlines the Ukraine Investment Plan for the Clean Technology Fund (CTF), published in January 2010, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through low carbon development. It analyzes the country and sector context, identifies priority sectors for GHG reduction, discusses the rationale for selected sectors, evaluates the enabling policy and regulatory environment, and outlines the implementation potential and risk assessment. The plan also includes a financing strategy for the proposed interventions.

Main Points

1. Country and Sector Context

• Ukraine is a lower middle-income country with a GDP per capita of US$1,940 in 2006.
• The country has a population of 46 million, the second-largest among former Soviet states.
• After a period of economic decline, Ukraine experienced a rebound in GDP growth from 2000 to 2007, averaging 7.5%.
• The recent financial crisis caused a GDP drop of 9% in 2009, followed by a slow recovery in 2010.
• Energy intensity is three times higher than the EU average, making it a key driver of GHG emissions.
• Energy efficiency has improved at a rate of 4-6% per year, but remains at a level similar to that of Poland in the early 1990s.

2. Priority Sectors for GHG Reduction

• The energy and industry sectors are identified as the priority sectors for GHG reduction, contributing 69% and 22% of total emissions respectively.
• These sectors are central to Ukraine's Energy Strategy (2006–2030), which focuses on energy security, modernization, and reducing emissions.

3. Rationale for Selected Sectors

• The Energy Strategy outlines measures to reduce emissions and improve efficiency, including:
  • Renewable Energy (RE): Focus on hydropower, wind, solar, and biomass.
  • Energy Efficiency (EE): Targeting industrial processes, residential heating, and communal services.
  • Smart Grids: Aimed at improving grid efficiency and reducing losses.
  • Zero Emissions Power from the Gas Network: Involves replacing outdated gas infrastructure and reducing methane emissions.

4. Enabling Policy and Regulatory Environment

• The Energy Strategy emphasizes modernizing the energy sector and aligning with EU standards.
• Subsidies and legal frameworks are discussed, highlighting the need for reforms to reflect the true cost of energy supply.
• Legislative changes are planned to support energy efficiency investments in the residential sector.

5. Implementation Potential and Risk Assessment

• Country Risk: The recent financial crisis has created challenges in funding and implementation.
• Implementation Readiness: While some reforms are underway, funding and institutional capacity remain constraints.
• Private Sector Risks: The capital-intensive nature of the proposed projects poses financial and implementation risks.

6. Financing Plan and Instruments

• The CTF co-financing is proposed to support low carbon development in Ukraine.
• The plan includes multiple interventions such as:
  • Renewable Energy Program (EBRD and IFC)
  • Improving Energy Efficiency (IBRD/EBRD/IFC)
  • Smart Grids
  • Zero Emissions Power from the Gas Network

Key Information

• GHG Emissions: Ukraine signed the UNFCCC in 1992 and ratified the Kyoto Protocol in 2004. It is committed to keeping emissions below 1990 levels by 2012, and 20% below by 2020 and 50% below by 2050.
• Emissions Trends:
  • Between 1990 and 2006, energy sector emissions fell by 380 million tons of CO₂.
  • Agriculture contributed 70 million tons of emissions reduction during the same period.
• Energy Mix:
  • 45% of electricity was generated from fossil fuels in 2005.
  • 48% from nuclear, and 6.7% from hydro.
• Low Carbon Development (LCD) Case:
  • The LCD scenario aims to reduce emissions by 136 million tons by 2020, 32% below 1990 levels.
  • The energy and industrial sectors are the primary focus of the LCD measures.
  • The LCD case would result in emissions of 764 million tons of CO₂ equivalent in 2020, 83% of 1990 levels, compared to 1990 levels under the BAU scenario.
• Key Interventions:
  • Nuclear Power: Increase from 13.8 GW in 2005 to 21.8 GW in 2020, reducing emissions by 53 million tons per year.
  • Renewable Energy: Targeting 1.6 GW of capacity by 2020, with potential to reach 5 GW.
  • Energy Efficiency: Expected to reduce emissions by 32 million tons through industrial and residential measures.
  • Gas Network Renovation: Reducing natural gas consumption by 2.5 bcm annually, leading to 5 million tons of CO₂ savings.

Conclusion

The Ukraine Investment Plan for the Clean Technology Fund highlights the critical need for low carbon development in the country, driven by economic recovery, energy security, and emissions reduction goals. The plan emphasizes renewable energy, nuclear power, and energy efficiency measures as key interventions to achieve long-term GHG reduction targets. However, implementation and financing challenges remain, particularly in the context of a post-crisis economy. The CTF co-financing is seen as essential to support these initiatives and mobilize external resources for sustainable development.