The project “Clean Energy for Clean Water,” implemented by Atmosfera, has become an example of how renewable energy can meet critical community needs even under challenging conditions of energy shortages.
As part of the initiative, six autonomous solar power plants with energy storage systems were installed to power water pumps and purification systems in communities across the Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions.
Each system has a capacity of 12-18 kW. The project uses JA Solar photovoltaic modules, Deye and Victron Energy hybrid inverters, and Pylontech batteries with a capacity of 8-12 kWh.
These systems can autonomously support water supply operations even during power outages.
The project was implemented through a partnership between private business, international donors, and local communities.
In particular:
- Atmosfera carried out the system design and installation
- the international organization Water Mission coordinated implementation and provided expert support
- the Swiss Confederation acted as the key donor
- local communities provided the infrastructure for installing the equipment.
“Energy is a key factor in addressing modern challenges faced by communities and social infrastructure. Solar power plants combined with battery storage systems help ensure sustainable community development and energy security for critical facilities. We are proud of our cooperation with international partners, NGOs, and local communities that make these projects possible,” said Oleksandr Klepalov, CEO of Atmosfera.
The project is an example of green transformation, as it combines renewable generation, energy storage, and socially important infrastructure.
Solar power plants with battery systems enable communities to:
- ensure energy autonomy of water supply facilities
- reduce dependence on the centralized power system
- increase the resilience of critical infrastructure.
The experience of implementing such projects demonstrates the significant potential of solar generation and energy storage systems in strengthening the energy resilience of communities.
“This project demonstrates the practical role of renewable energy in meeting the basic needs of communities. Solar generation combined with energy storage systems can ensure the stable operation of critical infrastructure even during energy crises,” said Vladyslav Sokolovskyi, Chairman of the Board of the Solar Energy Association of Ukraine (SEAU).
Scaling such solutions could become an important element of Ukraine’s infrastructure recovery, particularly in the areas of water supply, healthcare, and social infrastructure.
More details about the project:
https://onova.org.ua/en/projects/SOCIAL-PROJECTS-of-LLC-Atmosfera-Engeneering
https://watermission.org/news/impact-stories/water-mission-wraps-ukraine-response-and-transitions-long-term-solution