Ukrainian Wind Energy Asociation

What Ukrainian Wind Energy Asociation does

The Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA) is a non-profit professional association founded on July 1, 2008, headquartered at 20 Lavrska Street, Kyiv, and registered as a Public Union under Ukrainian law. It operates as the largest non-profit professional association in Ukraine's renewable energy sector, explicitly representing 100% of Ukrainian wind energy electricity producers and the full value chain of wind project implementation — manufacturers (Vestas, Nordex, GE Vernova, ENERCON), wind farm developers and operators (DTEK Renewables, Wind Parks of Ukraine, KNESS, Elementum Energy, Eco-Optima, Notus Energy, UDP Renewables), investors (Horizon Capital, Dragon Capital), law firms (Sayenko Kharenko, Altelaw&Sempra, Dentons, Baker McKenzie, CMS Ukraine), consultants (KPMG, Rystad Energy, NIRAS), component suppliers, and green energy traders.

UWEA's core outputs are not commercial products but rather industry coordination goods: an annual Wind Energy Market Review (published since 2011 in cooperation with law firm partners), a Development Concept through 2030, position papers such as the Offshore Wind Energy and Green Hydrogen White Paper, the BESS Project Implementation Guide (with Altelaw&Sempra, supported by RVO), flagship events (Ukrainian Wind Energy Forum, ESD Conference), ongoing webinars, and regulatory submissions to the Ministry of Energy and the Energy Community Secretariat. In 2025 the Charter was amended to formally include battery energy storage systems (BESS/УЗЕ) and distributed generation, and a dedicated BESS Committee was established under Altelaw&Sempra Partner Ihor Retivov.

Revenue mechanics are those of a membership association: recurring annual membership dues from corporate members, event and publication revenue, and grant-funded project income (notably from RVO for the BESS Guide). Membership is recruited via the bilingual uwea.com.ua website, industry events, international partnerships (WWEA since 2009, WindEurope since 2011, BASOFWED co-founder since 2022), and participation in high-profile forums including WindEnergy Hamburg, the Ukraine Recovery Conference, and bilateral government/business missions. UWEA also pursues educational expansion via memoranda with NTU Dnipro Polytechnic and TNTU to address sector human capital shortages.

Name

Ukrainian Wind Energy Asociation

Legal name

PUBLIC UNION "UKRAINIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION"

Website

https://uwea.com.ua

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA) is a Kyiv-based non-profit professional association founded in 2008 that represents 100% of Ukraine's wind energy producers and the full wind project value chain, providing regulatory advocacy, market analytics, and event coordination while expanding into battery energy storage and distributed generation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Renewable Energy Industry Association

NAICS

Wind Electric Power Generation (221115), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Cogeneration Services & Small Power Producers (4991), Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Onshore Wind Power Generation (Utility-Scale) (EUACAFAA)

Keywords

• Wind energy association
• Renewable energy advocacy
• Wind power industry
• Energy storage systems
• Offshore wind development

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: UWEA operates as a non-profit professional association funded by membership dues from national and international companies and organizations active in the Ukrainian wind energy market. Members include manufacturers, developers, investors, law firms, consulting companies, logistics companies, and green energy traders. The association is the largest non-profit professional association in Ukraine's renewable energy sector.
2. Events and Publications Revenue: The association generates revenue through organizing industry events including the Ukrainian Wind Energy Forum, ESD Conference, and webinars. Priority access to these events is offered to members, with preferential conditions for participation. The association also publishes annual market reviews and other industry publications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

UWEA is a non-profit professional association that unites 100% of Ukraine's wind energy electricity producers and companies across the full wind energy value chain (manufacturers, developers, investors, law firms, service providers, traders). It provides policy advocacy and lobbying, regulatory and legislative expertise, market intelligence through annual publications, networking events, and specialized committee work on legal matters and battery energy storage systems (BESS) to advance wind energy development in Ukraine.

Product overview

The Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA) is a non-profit professional association that serves as the main platform for communication and cooperation in Ukraine's wind energy sector. The association offers membership with advocacy representation, priority access to market intelligence and legislation, and participation in industry events. Its service portfolio includes annual market publications (Annual Wind Energy Market Review, Development Concept 2030), educational resources (Secrets of the Wind children's book, offshore wind energy book), professional events (Ukrainian Wind Energy Forum, ESD Conference, webinars), and advisory support on energy storage systems (BESS). The association does not offer a commercial product but rather serves as an industry coordination and knowledge-sharing body for wind energy stakeholders in Ukraine.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• UWEA Membership Annual paid membership subscription providing direct participation in shaping and lobbying Ukrainian wind energy market interests at national and international levels, priority access to legislation and sector information, access to analytical databases, priority access to UWEA consultants and experts, free annual market reports, inclusion in the UWEA electronic directory, and preferential participation in conferences and exhibitions. Open to national and international companies and organizations that share UWEA's statutory goals.
• Annual Wind Energy Market Review Annual publication providing comprehensive market overview and statistics on the development of Ukraine's wind energy sector, published annually in cooperation with law firms. Provided free to members and sold/distributed to other industry stakeholders.
• Ukrainian Wind Energy Forum Annual industry forum bringing together wind energy professionals, investors, and policymakers to discuss market development and opportunities in Ukraine's wind energy sector. Members receive preferential participation conditions.
• ESD Conference Annual conference dedicated to sustainable energy development topics including energy storage systems, featuring expert discussions and industry presentations. Members receive preferential participation conditions.
• Wind Energy Webinars Regular online meetings with Ukrainian and international experts providing up-to-date knowledge on wind energy sector developments. Past topics include green tariffs, grid connections, BESS deployment, corporate PPAs, ESG transformation, and offshore wind in the Black Sea.
• Wind Energy Development Concept Until 2030 Strategic publication outlining the development vision and roadmap for Ukraine's wind energy sector through 2030, including onshore wind, offshore wind, and energy storage systems.
• Book on Offshore Wind Energy Educational publication dedicated to offshore wind energy development in Ukraine, developed in collaboration with industry partners to support knowledge dissemination on Black Sea offshore wind potential.
• Secrets of the Wind Children's Book Ukraine's first children's book about wind energy, published in 2021 to popularize renewable energy among general population and younger audiences.
• Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Advisory Services Expertise and guidance on battery energy storage systems (BESS) including regulatory support, market development, and implementation guidance for energy storage integration with wind power plants. Includes development of BESS Project Implementation Guide for Ukraine's power sector recovery and modernization.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2.2 GW of installed wind capacity represented by UWEA members as of December 2025, with 562 MW added during wartime
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers31 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• RVO (Netherlands Enterprise Agency / Агентство Нідерландського Бізнесу)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026RVO supported UWEA's BESS Project Implementation Guide for Ukraine's Power Sector Recovery and Modernization, developed in partnership with Altelaw&Sempra. The guide addresses regulatory, institutional, market entry, business opportunities, and financial models for battery energy storage systems in Ukraine. The project is four months long, with the guide to be presented in September 2026 in Ukrainian and English, printed and electronic formats. This partnership is supported by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ukraine.
• National Technical University 'Dnipro Polytechnic'majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2026A Memorandum of Partnership and Cooperation was signed on 27 April 2026 between UWEA and NTU 'Dnipro Polytechnic' as part of Energy Storage Day 2026. The partnership focuses on developing human resources and training new specialists for Ukraine's renewable energy sector, addressing the critical human capital shortage in the industry.
• Ivan Puluj Ternopil National Technical University (TNTU)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026A Memorandum of Partnership and Cooperation was signed on 6 April 2026 between UWEA and TNTU. The partnership aims to develop educational programs and train new specialists for Ukraine's wind energy sector. Vestas subsequently held its first training seminar for TNTU lecturers as a first practical step under this memorandum.
• NIRASmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2026UWEA and the international consulting company NIRAS signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 9 March 2026, aimed at developing renewable energy and supporting the green reconstruction of Ukraine. The partnership encompasses joint work on renewable energy development, consulting, and supporting Ukraine's energy transition.
• Rystad EnergymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 July 2025UWEA and Rystad Energy signed a Cooperation Agreement in July 2025. Rystad Energy is one of the world's leaders in energy analytics and consulting, operating worldwide and covering all segments of the energy industry from production to consumption. The partnership provides UWEA with advanced analytical capabilities and market intelligence.
• Swedish Wind Energy AssociationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 April 2025The Ukrainian and Swedish Wind Energy Associations conducted their first joint webinar in April 2025 within the framework of a signed Memorandum of Understanding, promoting international cooperation and knowledge exchange between the two wind energy markets.
• Altelaw&SempracoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 March 2025Altelaw&Sempra is UWEA's key legal partner, with Igor Retivov (Partner) serving as Head of the BESS Committee and Olha Savchenko (Senior Partner) serving as Head of the Legal Committee. The firms jointly developed the BESS Project Implementation Guide with RVO support. Altelaw&Sempra provides ongoing legal expertise for UWEA's legislative initiatives and market development activities.
• Ukraine Facility PlatformminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2024The Ukraine Facility Platform organized a discussion 'Ukraine's Missing Link: How Local Energy Ambition Meets Investment' at URC 2026, and previously organized the international conference 'Decentralised energy solutions for Ukraine's security' in The Hague. UWEA participated in both events.
• NPC UkrenergomajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 November 2024NPC Ukrenergo, Ukraine's transmission system operator, is a key counterpart for UWEA. Ukrenergo conducted the long-term ancillary services auctions in August 2024 (procuring 99 MW of BESS capacity), and UWEA representatives visited the Netherlands with Ukrenergo staff to strengthen cooperation between Ukrainian and Dutch energy businesses.
• Institute of General Energy of the National Academy of Sciences of UkrainemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 October 2024A Memorandum of Partnership and Cooperation was signed on 23 October 2024 between UWEA and the Institute of General Energy of NAS of Ukraine. The parties aim to direct joint efforts towards the effective and balanced development of Ukraine's energy complex and its green transformation.
• WindEuropecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 September 2024UWEA became a member of the European Wind Energy Association (now WindEurope) in 2011. WindEurope and UWEA co-initiated the 'Wind Industry Supporting Ukrainians' campaign in 2022, delivering medical equipment to hospitals. UWEA participates in WindEurope Annual Events and organizes joint panel discussions on Ukraine's renewable energy development.
• BASOFWED (Black Sea Offshore Wind Energy Federation)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022UWEA became a co-founder of the Black Sea Offshore Wind Energy Federation (BASOFWED) in 2022, together with profile associations from Turkey, Bulgaria, and Georgia. The federation aims to promote offshore wind energy development in the Black Sea region.
• WWEA (World Wind Energy Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009UWEA has been a member of WWEA since 2009. UWEA Chairman Andriy Konechenkov served as WWEA Vice President (elected 2013). Together with WWEA and Global 100% RE, UWEA initiated the 'Renewables4Ukraine' campaign, under which solar power systems were installed at medical facilities and kindergartens in Bucha district and Myrhorod city.
• UNDP Ukraine (United Nations Development Programme)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNDP organized a panel discussion 'From Resilience to Recovery: Energy Systems, Human Capital and Investment for Ukraine' at URC 2026 in Gdańsk. UWEA participated as a key speaker. UNDP also supports UWEA through the Green Energy Recovery Programme and organized events on draft law No. 11392 and hydrogen market regulation. UNDP's Green Energy Recovery Programme supports Ukraine's energy resilience.
• DiXi GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiXi Group is a Ukrainian think tank that presented a summer review of electricity and gas sectors. UWEA Chairman Andriy Konechenkov participated in the 'Energy Security Talks: Summer Outlooks' online discussion organized by DiXi Group, sharing assessments on wind energy and BESS development.
• PwC UkraineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPwC Ukraine supported the Pre-URC roundtable 'Ukraine's Energy Experience — Building Resilience Together with Europe' organized by Global Compact Ukraine in partnership with UK FCDO. UWEA participated as a speaker at this event.
• Ukrainian Hydrogen CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUWEA co-authored the White Paper on Offshore Wind Energy and Green Hydrogen with the Ukrainian Hydrogen Council, Asters, and the Institute of Renewable Energy of NAS of Ukraine. The council represents Ukraine's hydrogen industry interests in offshore wind development scenarios.
• Global Compact Ukraine (UN Global Compact in Ukraine)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal Compact Ukraine organized the Pre-URC roundtable 'Ukraine's Energy Experience — Building Resilience Together with Europe' in partnership with UK FCDO and with PwC Ukraine support. UWEA Chairman Andriy Konechenkov was among the speakers. Global Compact Ukraine is part of the UN Global Compact network.
• Ministry of Energy of UkrainecoreOthersUWEA maintains regular interaction with the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine on legislative initiatives, market rules, and energy strategy development. UWEA participated in presenting Ukraine's Energy Strategy update at URC 2026, developed with the World Bank.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• World Wind Energy Association (WWEA): Global wind energy industry association of which UWEA has been a member since 2009. UWEA's Chairman Andriy Konechenkov served as WWEA Vice President. Both serve as convening bodies for wind energy stakeholders and engage in cross-border knowledge sharing.
• American Clean Power Association (ACP): US national trade association for the wind, solar, storage, and clean hydrogen industries (formed from the merger of AWEA and other bodies). Comparable to UWEA in its role as the unified national voice for wind energy industry advocacy, market data, and policy engagement.
• WindEurope: European wind energy industry association representing the wind sector across Europe. UWEA has been a member since 2011 and they co-initiated the 'Wind Industry Supporting Ukrainians' campaign. Both organizations represent the wind energy value chain and engage in policy advocacy at the regional level.
• RenewableUK: UK trade association representing wind, wave, and tidal energy. A direct functional peer to UWEA — national industry body advocating for wind energy, organizing conferences, and producing market intelligence for member companies.
• Black Sea Offshore Wind Energy Federation (BASOFWED): Regional offshore wind energy federation co-founded by UWEA in 2022 with associations from Turkey, Bulgaria, and Georgia. A peer in the offshore wind advocacy and market development space, with a regional rather than purely national scope.
• Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC): International trade association for the wind power industry representing the major global OEMs and developers. Operates as the global voice of the wind energy sector much as UWEA does at the national level in Ukraine.
• Bundesverband WindEnergie (BWE): German wind energy industry association representing operators, manufacturers, and project developers. Closely comparable to UWEA in organizational structure, membership model, and advocacy focus on national wind energy policy.

Regional players

• Polish Wind Energy Association (PWEA): Polish wind energy industry association serving as the voice of the wind sector in Poland. Functionally comparable to UWEA but operating in a different national market, making it a regional rather than direct competitor.

Emerging players

• European Association for Storage of Energy (EASE): European trade association for the energy storage sector. Increasingly relevant to UWEA as it expands into BESS, representing the European storage industry's institutional layer that UWEA is building domestically within Ukraine.

Others

• SolarPower Europe: European solar industry trade association. Not a direct competitor but a strong organizational analog — a regional renewable energy trade body that UWEA's model and governance structure is comparable to, and a potential future cooperation partner as Ukraine's energy storage and hybrid systems grow.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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