The state-owned company "Tsentrenergo" has found itself at the center of a new scandal: the restoration of damaged facilities at the Zmiev and Tripoli thermal power plants is being delayed, and over 800 million hryvnias allocated for these works may remain unused until the end of 2024. Sources within the Ministry of Energy claim that the reason is managerial chaos and questionable decisions by the company's leadership.
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SubscribeAs reported by 368.media, this concerns the repair of key infrastructure facilities: a reduction-cooling unit, restoration of buildings, and construction of protective structures. However, instead of swift progress, "Tsentrenergo" is facing endless bureaucratic delays and ineffective management.
The main figure in this story is the company's general director Yevhen Harkaviy, who was appointed to the position in June 2024. Instead of organizing a clear restoration process, he has allegedly become mired in corrupt connections, legal violations, and questionable personnel appointments.
What do the numbers and facts say?
- More than 800 million hryvnias allocated for the restoration of the thermal power plants remain stagnant.
- Since July 2024, Harkaviy has failed to ensure the implementation of internal control procedures, leading to chaos in budget and resource management.
- From August to October 2024, key specialists responsible for internal control left the company.
Who is responsible?
Questions also arise regarding the chairman of the supervisory board, Andriy Hota, who was appointed to this position in August 2023. He has previously been involved in scandals related to document forgery and questionable coal purchases.
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Why is this important?
The Zmiev and Tripoli thermal power plants are strategically important facilities, especially in wartime conditions. Their restoration is a matter of national security and energy system stability. Instead, funds are being spent opaquely, and the process is stalled.
Sources in the Ministry of Energy also point to schemes for appointing "their people" to key positions, which only exacerbates the situation. Instead of professionals who could lead the company out of the crisis, leadership positions are occupied by individuals loyal to the current management.
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