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Sign upJanuary 1, 2023
Uman Hub
Kyiv
In 2023, despite the ongoing war and related energy challenges, Ukraine took important steps to expand its electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Equipped with the GO TO-U platform, high-speed charging stations were installed in Lviv, Rivne, Kyiv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and other regions. By increasing the accessibility of charging points along major routes and in urban centres, these hubs make EV ownership more practical and appealing. Despite power grid damage, this initiative, backed by European investment, highlights Ukraine's resilience.
Since 2020, GO TO-U has facilitated nearly 1,000 charging stations across 200 locations in Ukraine, supplying 5.66 Gigawatt-hours of energy in the last 12 months. As a showcase location, the Uman hub, features six chargers and delivered 36,256.3 kWh of energy in August 2024 alone.
Ukraine's energy infrastructure has been significantly destabilised due to the ongoing war, making energy efficiency and resilience top priorities. The government has set 2030 energy efficiency targets and adopted the National Energy Efficiency Action Plan to build a decentralised energy system.1 In fact, while internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles operate at about 30% efficiency, electric motors exceed 80%, making EVs a far more efficient solution.2
In addition, with Ukraine's electricity mix being largely low-carbon and mainly local — 70.43% coming from nuclear and renewable sources—shifting from oil to electricity for its mobility needs will boost the country's energy independence and lower its reliance on oil imports.3 Beyond hardware, digital solutions are crucial for optimising charging networks, simplifying usage for consumers, and reducing grid strain. Strengthening EV infrastructure is key to meeting rising demand and enhancing energy independence while rebuilding the nation’s energy resilience amid ongoing challenges.
Collaboration with GO TO-U has given us the opportunity to create a truly unique charging hub that stands out in the Ukrainian market. For our business, this has been a major advantage, as the efficient distribution of stations and the use of GO TO-U’s innovative solutions have led to a consistent increase in profits. We are genuinely pleased with how this partnership has transformed our approach to managing charging stations and given us a competitive edge.
Semen Sapaiev, Uman charging hub owner
GO TO-U is a digital platform with a mobile app that connects users to over 500,000 chargers in 67 countries. Its advanced reservation technology allows users to schedule charging sessions conveniently along their routes, while partnerships with local businesses create efficient charging hubs for EV drivers.
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