alternative energy sources

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has resulted in the large-scale destruction of many cities across the country. Although the war has not yet ended, there will come a time when the conflict concludes, and reconstruction efforts will begin. Global experiences show that the first step in preparing for post-war reconstruction is to assess the level of destruction. Additionally, it is essential to understand people’s needs and priorities. Otherwise, reconstruction activities may fail to address the existing challenges and actual needs of local communities.

An analysis was performed on the potential integrated use of alternative energy sources for producing fuel briquettes. This includes pyrocarbon generated through low-temperature pyrolysis of industrial and household plastic waste, as well as waste from the woodworking, pulp and paper, and agricultural industries. The process of forming fuel briquettes by cold pressing a mixture consisting of 60–70 wt.% pyrocarbon and 30–40 wt.% biomass (sawdust, corrugated cardboard, buckwheat, sunflower, wheat) was investigated.

The article focuses on the research of hydropower in Ukraine: its current state, problems, possible ways to solve them and prospects for development. The relevance of this research refers to the importance of a comprehensive study of hydropower in Ukraine as the main component of green energy, as well as the potential for the development of hydropower in the conditions of the future post-war rebuilding of Ukraine.