The Ukrainian healthcare system continues to strengthen its resilience in wartime by making hospitals increasingly autonomous. This ensures the uninterrupted operation of medical facilities even during emergency power outages and other emergencies.
According to the Ministry of Health, 97% of hospitals now have backup power sources, with over 15,000 generators installed across the country. About 70% of medical facilities are equipped with autonomous boiler rooms or alternative heating systems, which helps keep patients and staff comfy during the cold season.
The use of renewable energy sources is also actively developing. More than 250 medical facilities already operate with solar panels, and more than 300 will be connected by May 2026. 130 outpatient clinics in 19 regions have received solar stations as part of the HEAL Ukraine project.
Such systems allow healthcare facilities to operate autonomously for up to 10 hours in summer and about 5 hours in winter. At the same time, electricity consumption is reduced by almost half — by 48%, and the savings are used by medical facilities to purchase medicines, upgrade equipment and carry out repairs.
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