With the anticipated end of the tariff freeze, Ignatiev suggested that any increases will be implemented cautiously to avoid severe repercussions.
However, even a modest increase could place additional strain on households, pushing more Ukrainians into "energy poverty," where essential utility costs become unaffordable.
This trend poses significant challenges, as rising electricity prices impact households' ability to manage living expenses, especially amid inflation and economic strain.
"Electricity tariffs will rise by 25-50 kopecks after the heating season," stated the head of the Renewable Energy Association, according to the report.