Russian invasion has caused additional US$10 billion worth of damage to Ukraine's environment

Ukraine’s Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources estimates additional CO2 emissions [caused by the Russian invasion] at US$10 billion, yet Ukraine is adhering to its commitments on environmental reforms.

Source: press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine

Details: The CO2 emissions have caused more than US$10 billion worth of damage to Ukraine’s ecosystem.

Quote: "Nevertheless our country continues to adhere to its international commitments and is not giving up on its climate goals."

SLCPs, or short-lived climate pollutants, are also causing serious problems. They come second after CO2 in terms of their impact on climate change. By 2030, Ukraine plans to reduce methane emissions by 30% according to the Global Methane Pledge.

The press release says Ukraine is continuing reforms within the framework of its European integration which are enabling polluting Ukrainian businesses to modernise and move towards circular economy principles. They plan to restore it using the most advanced technologies, such as hydrogen.

Background: The first assessment of the damage caused by the disaster at the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant, carried out by the KSE Institute jointly with the Ministry of Economy and Ministry for Restoration of Ukraine, shows that the Russian terrorist attack caused at least US$2 billion worth of direct damage to Ukraine.

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