Saturday, 16 November 2024 00:29 
⚡Ukraine's Recovery: Prospects, Initiatives, and International Partnership
During the first session of Recovery Construction Forum 3.0, an open dialogue with government representatives on Ukraine's reconstruction took place. The session was moderated by Lev Partskhaladze, President of the Confederation of Builders of Ukraine (CBU), and Kjetil Tonning, Head of the FIEC-EIC Task Force “Ukraine”, FIEC Honorary President (the European Construction Industry Federation).
👤 In his welcome address, Lev Partskhaladze emphasized the importance of engaging partners in Ukraine's future recovery efforts.
He also shared insights from a business meeting with Finnish partners held on the eve of the forum.
👉 Read more on the CBU website:
https://kbu.org.ua/en/news/unique-opportunities-for-finnish-ukrainian-cooperation
Additionally, Mr. Partskhaladze highlighted the collaboration between CBU and the Integrated Hospital Design Alliance (IHDA) on a pilot project titled “Developing a Design for Reuse in Constructing Healthcare Facilities in Ukraine.” This initiative aims to conserve resources and enable faster and higher-quality reconstruction of damaged hospitals.
🗨️ “We must focus on projects that save time and money while swiftly rebuilding what has been destroyed, leveraging the best global practices,” emphasized Lev Partskhaladze.
Mr. Partskhaladze also invited foreign companies to participate in a survey aimed at attracting international investors to Ukraine. The survey, initiated by the Confederation of Builders of Ukraine and the Business Ombudsman Council of Ukraine, seeks to understand the specific information and assurances foreign companies need to enter the Ukrainian market and address their concerns.
Take part in the survey via the link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmDQALy1heX6ElwsCXkpIc5IyppcZDMnnR83jJNszhtRwKVQ/viewform
👤Kjetil Tonning provided an update on the activities of the Task Force “Ukraine”, emphasizing its continuous expansion. The group is welcoming more experts from various industries, businesses, and international partners, enriching its experience and strengthening collaboration. This dynamic growth enables the Task Force to broaden its scope and enhance the effectiveness of its initiatives in supporting Ukraine.
At Mr. Tonning’s initiative, international partners donated 100,000 NOK to equip one of the rebuilt schools in the Kyiv region.
👤Sergiy Sukhomlyn, Head of the State Agency for Reconstruction and Development of Infrastructure of Ukraine, outlined the Agency's priorities for 2024–2025 and key projects it will focus on.
🏠 As part of the social housing project in Ukraine, plans are underway to construct 50,000 apartments for individuals who lost their homes due to russian aggression. This initiative also creates new opportunities for manufacturers, given the demand for construction materials to support the project.
🌊 This year, the Agency completed the construction of a water supply system for Kryvyi Rih and is now working on a project to provide water to Mykolaiv. Additionally, efforts are underway for the rapid reconstruction of Mykolaiv’s sewage treatment facilities.
💡 Mr. Sukhomlyn highlighted the Agency’s initiatives in energy efficiency, including modernizing street lighting in communities by replacing outdated systems with modern energy-efficient lamps.
🗨️ “We are implementing this project now because many communities in Ukraine lack experience working on projects with donors. On one hand, this allows the country to save over 500 gigawatts of energy annually. On the other hand, it provides communities with the experience and skills needed to undertake more complex projects in the future,” noted Mr. Sukhomlyn.
☝️ The Agency’s team is also actively working on a transformation project aimed at making the organization transparent, efficient, and accountable, with clear functions and control mechanisms. Digitalization will enhance project management efficiency, improve resource allocation, and ensure better timeline adherence.
🤝 Concluding, Sergiy Sukhomlyn emphasized the Agency’s readiness to collaborate with businesses to improve the quality of Ukraine’s recovery: “We are developing several public-private partnership models to engage businesses in Ukraine's reconstruction. These include projects related to building thermal power plants, energy storage systems, roads, and more. It is crucial for this model to be effective and inclusive, ensuring roles for communities, businesses, and the Ukrainian government.”
👤Jakub Boratynski, Director Directorate General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs, European Commission (DG GROW), discussed prospects for digitalization in Ukraine's construction sector.
📝 According to him, particular attention should be given to creating a digital product passport. This concept involves providing detailed information about a product to facilitate its reuse or to determine its composition for waste recycling facilities.
☝️ Mr. Boratynski also highlighted the importance of Ukraine developing a Waste Management Policy, encompassing principles and rules for proper waste handling and disposal. This policy should include industry standards, recycling requirements, environmental responsibility measures, public awareness initiatives, and monitoring processes.
Among the European Commission’s recommendations for accelerating Ukraine’s EU integration, Mr. Boratynski emphasized the need to incorporate European building standards into Ukrainian legislation. This process, already underway, will modernize construction practices and contribute to decarbonization.
🗨️ In conclusion, Mr. Boratynski expressed gratitude to the participants and stated: “Forums on Ukraine's reconstruction are vital for establishing connections with investors in this sector. They also provide an excellent opportunity for meaningful discussions about Ukraine’s future recovery”.
👤Vegard Groslie Wennesland, State Secretary, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries of Norway, shared insights on Norway's potential role in Ukraine's reconstruction.
He emphasized that the energy sector holds significant potential for the development of innovative technologies that could greatly contribute to rebuilding Ukraine’s infrastructure.
According to Mr. Wennesland, Norway is currently exploring options for long-term support to Ukraine, including investment projects and infrastructure assistance through dedicated programs. Norway actively backs various initiatives aimed at driving infrastructural transformation and improving Ukraine's investment climate. This includes enhancing the Ukraine Facility program, which focuses on rebuilding and developing key economic sectors.
Vegard Groslie Wennesland also outlined a series of measures and initiatives the Norwegian government plans to implement to deepen cooperation between the two countries. Notably, these efforts involve facilitating the participation of Norwegian companies in Ukraine's reconstruction, leveraging their expertise and innovations to modernize the country's energy and industrial infrastructure.
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Album 2
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WE WILL WIN AND REBUILD EVERYTHING! 💪
TOGETHER TO VICTORY!
GLORY TO UKRAINE! 💙💛