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[tomorrowusa]

Russia is trying to take advantage of the recent Trump-instigated four month gap in US aid to Ukraine by attacking Ukraine's power grid. Since the belated aid package was passed this month, ammunition and weapons have been moving to Ukraine.

To help make up for recent Russian damage to Ukraine's electricity distribution system, Latvia (population 1,821,750) has donated a high voltage transformer and related equipment to Ukraine.

The Latvian joint-stock energy supply company Latvenergo donated a high-voltage transformer, 60 tons of transformer oil, and an air compressor for the restoration of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, according to Delfi. This spring, Russia intensified its air assaults on the Ukrainian energy grid, causing damage to power plants and power distribution facilities across Ukraine. The donated equipment, which includes a TS-250000/330 transformer with a capacity of 250 MVA previously used at the Riga Hydroelectric Power Plant, a GR110 oil-injected screw air compressor, and 60 tons of transformer oil, is expected to contribute to the critical support that Ukraine’s energy system needs in the wake of the Russian bombing campaign.  Latvenergo’s Administrative Director, Arnis Kurgs, emphasized the impact of this donation, stating that the delivered equipment will assist Ukrainian residents at the household level and ensure the water supply and heating of essential facilities such as hospitals and schools.

Kudos to Latvia and Latvenergo for pushing back against Putin! 🇱🇻

Latvia was a "republic" of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) for 51 years after Stalin invaded the country in 1940. Latvians have no illusions about Russia or its intentions. It is now a NATO member and does more than its share in protecting liberal democracy in Europe.

As for the power grid in Ukraine, this war makes a good case for increased use of decentralized solar power. Being highly innovative, Ukrainians are likely to make significant contributions, based on their wartime experience, in the field of solar energy.