With the arrival of spring, the efficiency of solar power stations in Ukraine has risen, prompting citizens to use high-powered electrical devices during the day for better energy system balance.

This information was provided by the press service of "Ukrenergo".

"It is crucial to follow the recommendations to shift energy consumption to daytime hours on sunny days. Please use powerful electrical devices from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, when the energy system requires it the most," the statement reads.

Energy specialists explain that during the day, the active operation of solar power stations results in excess capacity in the energy system, necessitating restrictions on their operation.

In the evening peak consumption hours, however, solar energy is no longer available and needs to be replaced by other generation types.

Moreover, overcoming the excess capacity in the energy system during the day is challenging through exports, as neighboring countries have solar power capacities comparable to or even greater than Ukraine's.

"Currently, the difference between cloudy and sunny days is equivalent to the capacity of several energy blocks of large thermal power plants," added "Ukrenergo".

During cloudy and cold days, energy experts encourage shifting electricity consumption to evening and night hours due to daytime generation limits during peak consumption periods.

It should be noted:

On April 17 in the morning, the electricity consumption level was 5% lower than the previous day — April 16.