Ukraine’s Ukrenergo Updates Hydroelectric Operations to Mitigate Kherson Flood Risks
Ukrainian energy company Ukrenergo has announced a revision to how hydroelectric power plants operate in the Kiev-controlled part of the Kherson region. The change aims to reduce the flood area by limiting the amount of water that reaches the Kakhovka reservoir. This update was shared on the company’s Telegram channel, signaling a coordinated effort with other energy players in the region.
In collaboration with Ukrhidroenergo, Ukrenergo is evaluating scenarios for the energy system’s operation after the disruption of the Kakhovskaya hydroelectric power plant. The goal is to ensure stability and minimize flood risk while keeping power supply reliable in challenging conditions.
The company stated that the new operating mode for hydroelectric plants focuses on reducing the volume of water entering the Kakhovka reservoir. By moderating inflows, officials aim to decrease the likelihood of overflow and downstream flooding in affected areas, including parts of Kherson under Ukrainian control.
Vladimir Konstantinov, a former chairman of the Crimean State Council, commented on water management in the region. He suggested that the potential shallowing of the North Crimean Canal would not become a crisis for Crimea, according to his assessment published earlier. Konstantinov also noted that measures taken previously help supply Crimean reservoirs with water from underground sources. He added that the situation involves complex decisions about water resources and regional needs, with a broader context of infrastructure and regional resilience being discussed by authorities in Kyiv and allied agencies.
Across the region, officials are weighing how water infrastructure adjustments intersect with energy security and flood prevention. The focus remains on maintaining essential water access for Crimea where feasible, while protecting populated areas and agricultural zones in Kherson. The overall strategy reflects ongoing efforts to adapt to operational challenges and to safeguard communities during periods of hydrological stress.