Description of the project

This project aims to develop a state-of-the-art hybrid solar power plant on the roof of the University’s Main Academic Building, a site recognized as a national architectural monument. The facility will be equipped with photovoltaic modules totaling 45.6 kW of installed capacity, enabling partial or complete power supply to critical University units, including the Center’s research laboratories, even in the event of grid outages or emergencies.
In the context of wartime challenges, regional energy instability, and the urgent need for uninterrupted operation of educational and research infrastructure, the project represents a strategic step towards enhancing the University’s energy autonomy, scientific resilience, and capacity for innovative development.
Project Objective
To achieve sustainable energy independence for the University through the deployment of a hybrid solar power generation system, ensuring the continuous delivery of research and educational activities during energy crises and emergencies.
Target Beneficiaries
• University researchers, faculty members, and students.
• Partner research institutions utilizing the University’s resources.
• Secondary school students engaged in STEM education, laboratory training, and workshops.
• Governmental bodies and international partners committed to the advancement of sustainable educational infrastructure.
Implementation Plan
1. Preparatory Phase – Energy needs assessment, definition of technical specifications, and conceptual design development.
2. Design Phase – Preparation of detailed design and cost documentation; coordination with heritage preservation authorities.
3. Procurement Phase – Acquisition of photovoltaic modules, inverters, battery storage systems, and mounting hardware.
4. Installation & Integration – Equipment installation and integration into the University’s internal power grid.
5. Testing & Commissioning – System calibration, pilot operation, and technical staff training.
6. Project Handover – Completion of reporting, public presentation of outcomes, and dissemination of best practices.
Budget
The total project budget exceeds UAH 6 million.
Anticipated Outcomes
The project will:
• Significantly reduce the University’s dependence on external energy suppliers.
• Guarantee uninterrupted power supply for research laboratories during blackouts.
• Provide electricity storage capacity to offset peak demand hours.
• Improve energy efficiency and reduce long-term infrastructure maintenance costs.
• Ensure stable access to internet connectivity and digital resources for faculty and students.
• Serve as a replicable model for renewable energy adoption in higher education institutions.
Post-Implementation Strategy
Following the commissioning of the hybrid solar power plant, the University intends to:
• Extend the use of renewable energy systems to additional campus buildings and facilities.
• Launch an educational and outreach program on energy efficiency and sustainable development for both University and secondary school students.
• Foster partnerships with environmental and engineering organizations to promote knowledge exchange and technology transfer.
• Reinvest cost savings into the modernization of laboratory equipment and the enhancement of research infrastructure.