In the Q3 2026 report, the regulator received high praise for implementing European standards
The Energy Community Secretariat published its report for Q3 2026, in which it positively assessed the steps taken by the NEURC to reform Ukraine's energy market. The regulator received commendation for increasing the transparency of the electricity market and implementing European rules in the sector. This is reported by the portal PromPolitInform, citing information from NEURC, based on data from Energy Community Secretariat.
In the “Ukraine Energy Market Observatory” report, experts analyzed key changes that took place in Ukraine’s energy sector during July–September 2026. In particular, international experts noted the opening of access to electricity market monitoring data, which significantly improved the level of awareness among industry participants.
European integration and market mechanisms
An important step was the appointment of JSC Market Operator as the nominated operator for the next four years. This decision is aimed at integrating the Ukrainian segments of the day-ahead and intraday markets with European trading platforms.
The NEURC also updated the rules for connection to power grids. The new approach allows consumers to be connected without mandatory prior infrastructure reinforcement if there is a technical possibility of power limitation. Furthermore, the Regulator introduced a methodology for determining the Value of Lost Load (VoLL), which allows for the assessment of the consequences of energy supply disruptions according to EU standards.
Transparency and financial stability
The Commission approved a methodology for calculating the residual energy mix, which will help consumers receive accurate information about the origin of the electricity consumed. At the same time, long-term profitability parameters for distribution system operators for the second regulatory period were determined, taking into account new indicators of efficiency and quality of services.
In the gas supply sector, new rules for the restoration and protection of critical infrastructure have been established, providing for priority funding from non-tariff sources. These changes are aimed at increasing the resilience of the gas sector in the face of modern challenges.
Audit and independence of the Regulator
A separate item in the report covered the NEURC’s cooperation with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The organizations plan to engage an independent consultant for a comprehensive audit of internal processes, including ethical standards, procurement systems, and anti-corruption measures.
The Secretariat also commented on the adoption of the bill to strengthen the independence of the NEURC, which has passed its first reading. Experts emphasized that this process is key to the reform of state regulation, but requires further harmonization of certain provisions with the requirements of European legislation.
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