3rd IEEE International Conference and Workshop in Óbuda on Electrical and Power Engineering - CANDO-EPE 2020, Budapest (Hungary). 18-19 November 2020
Summary:
This paper attempts to analyze impacts of the COVID-19 and associated lockdowns on the Ukrainian and Hungarian energy sectors, focusing on changes in electricity consumption patterns, share of renewables in energy balance, and readiness of the national power systems in the face of future possible global health crises. Specifically, this work draws parallels between electricity usage, national quarantine restrictions and changes in economical, business, social, and industrial activities. The challenges of rising installed capacity and generating potential of alternative energy sources are discussed with regards to reduced energy demands during the pandemic. The results of this study can be of potential interest for policymakers, regional transmission organizations and stakeholders to prepare for similar situations in future.
Keywords: COVID-19, coronavirus, electricity consumption, electricity market, energy demand, renewable energy
DOI: 
https://doi.org/10.1109/CANDO-EPE51100.2020.9337785
Published in CANDO EPE 2020, pp: 000041-000046, ISBN: 978-1-7281-8492-0
Publication date: 2020-11-18.
Citation:
G. Morva, I. Diahovchenko, Effects of COVID-19 on the electricity sectors of Ukraine and Hungary: challenges of energy demand and renewables integration, 3rd IEEE International Conference and Workshop in Óbuda on Electrical and Power Engineering - CANDO-EPE 2020, Budapest (Hungary). 18-19 November 2020. In: CANDO EPE 2020: Conference proceedings, ISBN: 978-1-7281-8492-0
