Ukraine`s opportunities for implementing a sustainable development program: environmental aspects and the impact of innovative energy technologies

Abstract

For Ukraine, which is facing unprecedented challenges of post-war reconstruction, the task of implementing a sustainable development program is of particular importance. The energy sector, which is one of the key drivers of the economy and at the same timea source of significant environmental burden, requires a deep transformation based on innovative technologies and approaches. Our study assessed Ukraine`s capabilities for implementing a sustainable development program, took into account environmental aspects and the impact of innovative energy technologies. The economic and environmental aspects of implementing the principles of sustainable development in Ukraine were analyzed, the impact of innovative energy technologies in the context of implementing the principles of sustainable development was assessed. The state of implementation of heat pumps in Ukraine in the context of sustainable development was analyzed. The environmental aspects of implementing innovative technologies in the heat power industry of Ukraine were assessed. The UBP Method (Umweltbelastungspunkte or Environmental Impact Points) was analyzed and its capabilities and features of application for assessing heat pumps were assessed. The principles of practical application of the UBP methodfor heat pumps in Ukraine were shown. The study assessed the environmental performance of heat pumps using the UBP method, confirming the improvement in the environmental impact of heat pumps when using electricity renewable sources compared to electricity the Ukrainian grid. Our study applied scientific and methodological foundations and results previous studies.