Why it matters: Russia’s sustained strikes on civilian energy infrastructure are deepening Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis. Italy’s delivery targets heating and power—two of the most urgent winter needs in major cities.
What’s happening: Italy has completed delivery of the first tranche of industrial boilers and power generators to Ukraine to help address the energy emergency caused by Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure.
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The commitment was made by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to President Volodymyr Zelensky during their meeting on the sidelines of the European Council in October 2025.
By the numbers:
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78 industrial boilers delivered in the first batch; 300 more to follow in the coming weeks.
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~900 MW total thermal capacity once all units are delivered.
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Enough heating capacity for ~90,000 homes or a city of ~250,000 residents.
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Boilers are earmarked for damaged urban heating networks, hospitals, and essential services.
Also happening: Italy has launched a parallel program to send medium- and large-capacity power generators.
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These will support hospitals, water systems, and other critical infrastructure during blackouts.
The bottom line: Italy’s government-led effort complements a wave of private initiatives sending generators to Ukraine—together shoring up essential services as attacks on energy infrastructure continue.
