TROUBLESHOOTING STEPS IN ENERGY SECTOR OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The features of the development of the energy sector of Ukraine in the conditions of structural transformations and unprecedented challenges caused by the full-scale aggression of the Russian Federation in 2022 are analyzed. It is substantiated that the energy system of Ukraine operates in conditions of high instability, where physical destruction of infrastructure, institutional dysfunctions, financial constraints and cyber threats are combined. It is proven that the modern energy sector of Ukraine is formed under the influence of the so-called "energy trilemma", which implies the need to simultaneously ensure energy security, sustainability and availability of energy resources. The modern scientific discourse is studied, which demonstrates the transition from traditional resource-oriented approaches to integrated management models that take into account security, environmental and institutional aspects. It is established that renewable energy sources, hybrid energy systems and decentralized generation models play a special role, which contribute to increasing the stability of the energy system. Considerable attention is paid to the problems of critical infrastructure protection and the growth of cyber threats, which actualizes the need to integrate digital solutions and cybersecurity into the energy management system. An analytical approach is proposed, which is characterized by paradigmaticity and allows us to consider the energy sector as a fragmented, but system with interconnected elements. In view of this, the feasibility of treating troubleshooting as a comprehensive public management mechanism aimed at ensuring the stability, adaptability and continuity of the energy system is substantiated. In this context, the concept of adaptive management is proposed, which integrates a risk-oriented approach, digitalization, institutional interaction and the development of decentralized energy systems. In addition, a strategy for ensuring the sustainable functioning of the energy sector is specified.