A hospital in Kharkiv Oblast which is 35 kilometres from Ukraine's frontline with Russia has a reliable power supply following the installation of a rooftop solar-plus-battery storage system in a project funded by the charitable foundation RePower Ukraine with support from UK-based Photon Energy and Segen.
Now fully operational, the 36.5 kWp rooftop solar PV and battery storage system will enable Slobozhanske Hospital to continue providing vital life-saving medical care despite ongoing attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure.
The Hospital has endured prolonged power outages since the start of the war, with blackouts lasting up to 18 hours a day.
We believe access to energy is a fundamental right, and we’re proud to contribute technology and expertise to help frontline communities maintain essential healthcare services, even under the most extreme conditions.
Until now, the facility relied solely on a diesel generator during these periods, severely limiting its ability to perform scheduled procedures and significantly delaying urgent medical treatment.
Inspired by the work of RePower Ukraine, which is dedicated to restoring energy access in war-affected areas of the country, Photon Energy and Midsummer Energy raised £15,000 to cover the cost of the mounting system, cabling and installation at Slobozhanske Hospital.
Photon Energy also donated 84 solar panels to the project.
To support the Ukrainian economy, all cabling and mounting components were sourced from local companies.
The system was installed by Ukrainian engineers specially trained to design and maintain resilient energy systems capable of operating reliably under wartime conditions.
“Raising the money for this project was definitely a marathon rather than a sprint—quite literally, as running a marathon was one of the many fundraising activities undertaken.
However, the results speak for themselves,” says Jonathan Bates, Managing Director of Photon Energy and a UK ambassador for RePower Ukraine. “I’m incredibly proud of our team and deeply grateful to our partners, including Segen, for helping to bring this vision to life.
It shows what can be achieved when the industry comes together for a cause that truly matters.”
Segen, the UK’s largest distributor of renewable energy technologies, donated a 30 kW solar inverter and a 36 kWh battery storage system with a backup interface—ensuring the hospital can maintain a stable power supply even during grid outages.
Spencer Conday, Managing Director of Segen, says: “We are honoured to support this critical initiative alongside Photon Energy.
The installation at Slobozhanske Hospital is a powerful example of how renewable energy can do more than reduce carbon—it can literally save lives.
“In parts of the world where grid power is unstable or unavailable, clean energy systems with battery storage and backup capability provide more than just electricity—they offer resilience, safety and hope.
"We believe access to energy is a fundamental right, and we’re proud to contribute technology and expertise to help frontline communities maintain essential healthcare services, even under the most extreme conditions.”
For more information or to get involved, visit: https://repowerua.org/.
Repower Ukraine continues to seek support from technical experts, funding partners and training organisations.
Thanks to the installation of this alternative energy source, the hospital will be able to maintain stable and uninterrupted operations, ensuring continuous medical care for our patients.
For more information or to get involved, visit: https://repowerua.org/.
