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Geological surveys indicating that Ukraine may well possess the largest reserves of shale gas in Europe have attracted a great deal of media coverage. We have invited one of the foremost international shale experts to discussion the implications for Ukraine and Nick will discuss shale in a global context, the background to its emergence, technological requirements, stakeholder, ecological and regulatory requirements, commercial viability and geopolitical considerations.

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• Both global energy majors and leading domestic industrial groups are actively pursuing E&P opportunities in oil & gas;
• Industry experts are estimating that Ukraine may hold the largest reserves of unconventional gas in Europe, if not worldwide;
• Ukraine is rapidly establishing itself as a regional leader in renewable energy, most notably wind and solar;
• The privatisation process is underway of significant stakes in both power generation and distribution assets;
• International financial institutions are committed to financing the much needed modernisation and upgrading of the national gas transportation infrastructure.

Therefore the UEF-12 will once again provide a timely and independent platform for dialogue amongst all interested players in the sector – key government decision-makers and regulators, top executives from leading domestic state and private sector companies, current and potential international strategic investors and respected analysts, advisors and financiers.

Hear from the leading strategic investors in the sector, namely DTEK and AES. Ukraine’s position as a regional leader in Renewables will be covered by the likes of EuroCape New Energy, Eco-Optima and Activ Solar. Learn about the opportunities in electricity trading and export from EFET, CEZ Group and DTEK Power Trade.

Download the programme for the Focus Day on the Electricity Sector in Ukraine here