Of course. Here is a brief overview of the Order of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine No. 366 dated September 13, 2025, on amendments to the instructions regarding schedules for limiting and emergency shutdown of electricity:
1. **Essence of the Law:** This order amends the existing instruction to adapt it to the conditions of martial law and the integration of the Ukrainian power system into the European ENTSO-E. It clarifies the conditions for the application of emergency shutdown schedules (ESS) and special emergency shutdown schedules (SESS), as well as the procedures for their preparation and implementation.
2. **Structure and main provisions:**
* The order amends paragraphs 2.4 and 2.5 of Chapter 2 of the Instruction, detailing the cases of application of ESS and SESS, in particular, in case of power shortage, violations of flows from ENTSO-E, equipment overloads and the threat of systemic accidents.
* Amendments are made to Chapter 3 regarding the terms of validity of the schedules, the procedures for their preparation and approval by the authorities, as well as informing consumers.
* Chapter 4 is amended regarding the procedures for implementing the schedules, notifying consumers and monitoring compliance with restrictions.
* Changes in Chapter 5 concern responsibility for the implementation of orders and control over the effectiveness of the application of schedules.
3. **Key provisions for use:**
* Clarified criteria for the application of ESS and SESS, especially in the context of working with ENTSO-E, which is important for transmission and distribution system operators.
* The terms and procedures for agreeing on schedules with local authorities and informing consumers have been changed, which requires attention when planning and implementing measures to restrict electricity supply.
* The procedure for monitoring compliance by consumers with the established restrictions and the consequences of their non-compliance is detailed, which is important for electricity consumers.
* Amendments have been made regarding the calculation of undersupply of electricity during the introduction of ESS and SESS, which is important for accounting and reporting.
* The obligation of the TSO to provide monthly consolidated information to the NEURC on the volumes and duration of restriction schedules, ESS, SESS, AFS, ACSA, indicating the reasons for their introduction.