With the arrival of spring, the productivity of solar power plants in Ukraine has improved, prompting residents to utilize high-power electrical devices during daylight hours.

This information comes from the press service of "Ukrenergo".

"It is crucial to follow the recommendations for shifting energy consumption to daytime hours during sunny days. Please use high-power electrical appliances from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM — the time when the energy system needs it the most," the statement reads.

Energy experts explain that during the day, the active operation of solar power plants leads to an excess of power in the energy system, necessitating restrictions on their operation.

In the evening peak consumption hours, on the other hand, solar energy is no longer available, and it must be replaced with other types of generation.

Additionally, it is challenging to overcome the excess power in the energy system during the day through exports since neighboring countries have solar power capacities equal to or greater than those in Ukraine.

"Currently, the difference between cloudy and sunny days equals the output of several energy blocks of large thermal power plants," added "Ukrenergo".

On cloudy and cold days, energy experts urged consumers to shift electricity consumption to evening and nighttime hours due to daytime generation restrictions during peak consumption periods.

As a reminder:

On April 17, the morning electricity consumption level was 5% lower than the previous day — April 16.