Support for Ukraine's energy security At least €2 billion of support for energy security has already been provided to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion, via the Ukraine Energy Support Fund and the Union Civil Protection Mechanism, among others.In August 2025, the Commission signed a guarantee agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) that will mobilise €500 million to support Ukraine’s energy security. This financing will help replenish the country’s depleted gas reserves following Russian attacks on gas production and processing facilities. The EU made available close to €160 million to support Ukraine's energy security for the winter of 2024-2025. This support is used to:restore power plants and deliver more equipment, covering 15% of Ukraine’s needsincrease EU electricity exports to cover 12% of Ukraine’s needsboost decentralised power production, including delivery of solar panels to hospitalsIn March 2022, Ukraine’s electricity grid was synchronised to the EU. The EU will continue to support Ukraine in the energy sector by ensuring the reverse flows of gas to the country. Ukraine will also be able to benefit from EU common purchase of gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and hydrogen.In addition, to reduce the strain on the country’s energy system, the EU has provided more than 11 500 power generators and millions of LED light bulbs to Ukraine. Support for Ukraine’s infrastructure and connectivity In June 2023, the EU and Ukraine signed an agreement associating Ukraine with the Connecting Europe Facility programme. This will allow Ukrainian project promoters to apply for EU funding in the transport, energy, and digital sectors, further improving Ukraine's connectivity with its EU neighbours.In December 2023, the Commission opened a new Horizon Europe office in Kyiv. Ukraine's participation in Horizon Europe and the Euratom Research and Training Programme will help to preserve and nurture the country’s research and innovation ecosystem.The EU has decided to integrate Ukraine into the Roam Like at Home area as of 1 January 2026. This will enable Ukrainians to call, text and use their mobile data from Ukrainian phone numbers in the 27 EU countries at no extra cost. Until then, the existing agreement between EU and Ukrainian telecom operators will ensure that Ukrainians in the EU continue to benefit from significantly reduced roaming charges.Since the beginning of the war, the EU has stepped up its support to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber resilience with €10 million for equipment, software and other related support. A further €19 million has been provided to support digital transformation. Support for Ukrainian culture The EU has committed €50 million to support Ukraine’s cultural and creative sectors since the start of the war. In July 2025, the EU and several Member States launched a Team Europe initiative to protect Ukraine’s cultural artefacts and build the capacities of its heritage professionals. Over 60 actions will be rolled out, including targeted training and scholarships and support for storing, showcasing and preserving artefacts in danger. Since 2022, Creative Europe has provided over €7 million to Ukrainian cultural organisations and €700,000 in mobility grants for artists and cultural professionals. The funding supports cultural heritage preservation and artistic performances both inside and outside of Ukraine. Find out more about EU support for Ukraine’s cultural and creative sectors Last updated: 6 October 2025
At least €2 billion of support for energy security has already been provided to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion, via the Ukraine Energy Support Fund and the Union Civil Protection Mechanism, among others.In August 2025, the Commission signed a guarantee agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) that will mobilise €500 million to support Ukraine’s energy security. This financing will help replenish the country’s depleted gas reserves following Russian attacks on gas production and processing facilities. The EU made available close to €160 million to support Ukraine's energy security for the winter of 2024-2025. This support is used to:restore power plants and deliver more equipment, covering 15% of Ukraine’s needsincrease EU electricity exports to cover 12% of Ukraine’s needsboost decentralised power production, including delivery of solar panels to hospitalsIn March 2022, Ukraine’s electricity grid was synchronised to the EU. The EU will continue to support Ukraine in the energy sector by ensuring the reverse flows of gas to the country. Ukraine will also be able to benefit from EU common purchase of gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and hydrogen.In addition, to reduce the strain on the country’s energy system, the EU has provided more than 11 500 power generators and millions of LED light bulbs to Ukraine.
In June 2023, the EU and Ukraine signed an agreement associating Ukraine with the Connecting Europe Facility programme. This will allow Ukrainian project promoters to apply for EU funding in the transport, energy, and digital sectors, further improving Ukraine's connectivity with its EU neighbours.In December 2023, the Commission opened a new Horizon Europe office in Kyiv. Ukraine's participation in Horizon Europe and the Euratom Research and Training Programme will help to preserve and nurture the country’s research and innovation ecosystem.The EU has decided to integrate Ukraine into the Roam Like at Home area as of 1 January 2026. This will enable Ukrainians to call, text and use their mobile data from Ukrainian phone numbers in the 27 EU countries at no extra cost. Until then, the existing agreement between EU and Ukrainian telecom operators will ensure that Ukrainians in the EU continue to benefit from significantly reduced roaming charges.Since the beginning of the war, the EU has stepped up its support to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber resilience with €10 million for equipment, software and other related support. A further €19 million has been provided to support digital transformation.
