Zhytomyr City Territorial Community

PRIORITIES OF INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION Geographical Features INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVENESS Demographics Implementation of Strategic Projects dIRECTIONS OF LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Contacts

New construction of a combined heat and power plant (CHP) operating on solid fuel (SRF, RDF) and other types of alternative fuel in Zhytomyr

The CHP will run on RDF/SRF fuel and wood chips supplied by the operating municipal solid waste plant in Zhytomyr. Purpose of the CHP: combined production of thermal energy (from 0 to 22 MW) and electric power (from 9.9 to 13.1 MW).

Initiator, executor, and balance holder: Zhytomyrteplokomunenergo Municipal Enterprise of the Zhytomyr City Council.

Project partners: Valmet (Finland) – a global leader in energy and industrial technologies. UTEM-Engineering LLC – developer of the feasibility study.

Estimated budget: €64,000,000

Possible sources of project financing: private investments (own and attracted capital), state budget, grants, mixed financing (a combination of private, public, debt funds, and grants under the guarantees of the Zhytomyr City Council)

Detailed information about the projects of the Zhytomyr community and all participating and guest communities of the ReBuild Ukraine project can be found in the Community Project Catalogue.

Community Project Catalogue

Global Initiatives
Zhytomyr City Council participates in international programs and initiatives, including the “Covenant of Mayors – East,” Eurocities, and Cities4Cities.
International Resources
The City Council mobilizes international resources (EU, GIZ, USAID, UNDP, NEFCO, EBRD) for projects in energy efficiency, restoration of social infrastructure, renewable energy, and housing for internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Recovery Priorities
Zhytomyr City Council focuses its cooperation on the reconstruction of critical infrastructure, creating a safe environment, and enhancing emergency preparedness.

Total Area – 9,336 ha
Zhytomyr region
Community Composition:
City: Zhytomyr
Village: Veresy

● Convenient location on road and rail networks.● Close to Kyiv, providing economic potential.● Located on the Kyiv–Dresden–Brussels transport corridor.● Connects Spain, France, Germany, Poland, and Ukraine.● Passes through key European cities: Paris, Frankfurt, Berlin, Wrocław, Kraków.

Objectives of the Community’s Participation in the ReBuild Ukraine Project

The goal of Zhytomyr community’s participation in the REBUILD UKRAINE Construction & ENERGY exhibition is to attract investments, partners, and modern technologies for the implementation of strategic projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors, aimed at strengthening the city’s energy independence and post-war recovery.

Attract investors for the reconstruction of the heating system and the construction of a CHP plant
Receive partnership proposals and technological solutions for the city’s energy restoration
Promote Zhytomyr as a city with potential for sustainable development and energy independence

Investment Attractiveness

Location
130 km from Kyiv, convenient logistics (E40 highway, railway)
Population
262,350 people, 75% of working age
Educational Potential
Over 22,000 students (universities, colleges, vocational schools)

Economy:
2,955 enterprises, 18,000 individual entrepreneurs (FOPs); active development of IT and creative economy
Export
About 20 active enterprises in machinery, food, and light industries
Partnerships
Experience in implementing international projects (GIZ, USAID, ESTDEV)
Sustainable Development
Goal – climate neutrality by 2050

Active City:

investments

business support

access to international markets

Innovative City:

human capital

ІТ

innovations in all sectors

262,350Residents of the Community

Zhytomyr is a green, safe, and sporty city where modern design harmoniously blends with natural landscapes, creating a comfortable environment for everyone and nurturing talents. It is a center for creative industries, entrepreneurship, and organic production, as well as a Eurasian transport and logistics hub. The city offers equal opportunities for self-realization and is a source of pride and admiration.

The Community Has Developed and Approved:

Integrated Development Concept of Zhytomyr City until 2030

Bicycle Infrastructure Development Concept of Zhytomyr City Territorial Community

Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan

Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan of Zhytomyr City Territorial Community until 2050

Effective City
Development of a competitive economy
Innovative City
Development of human capital, infrastructure, and governance through the implementation of new approaches and technologies
Comfortable City
Modern infrastructure for residents, business people, and city visitors
Active City
Creating an environment for self-realization and meaningful leisure
Green City
Principles of sustainable urban development and adaptation to climate change
Inclusive City
Equal opportunities for all residents, collaboration and responsible governance, quality healthcare, and high safety standards

Energy-Efficient Modernization of Zhytomyr Preschool Educational Institution No. 15

Partners / Participants / Donors: GIZObjective: To provide Preschool No. 15 with hot water through heat pumps and renewable energy, improving user comfort and gaining experience in managing energy efficiency projects.Implemented Measures:● Constructed a new heating network and a modular building for the individual heating unit (IHU), heat pumps, and related equipment.● Installed 2 air-to-water heat pumps (24 kW) and 3 storage tanks (6,000 L).● Connected the preschool to centralized heat supply, replacing the outdated gas boiler.● Installed an individual heating unit with automated control for heating and hot water supply.● Reconstructed heating and hot water systems with pipeline balancing to improve quality.

EU Support to Housing for Internally Displaced People in Zhytomyr

Partners / Participants / Donors: European Commission, grant funds, city contributionObjective: To provide housing for internally displaced persons (IDPs) forced to leave their homes due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.Implemented Measures:● Construction of a residential complex at 60 Chervonyi Lane.● EU Grant: €8,001,987.42● 4 apartment buildings, 116 apartments (28 one-bedroom, 88 two-bedroom), for 443 people. Total housing area: 6,600 m²; land plot: 1.4 ha.

Technical Upgrade of the Main Sewage Pumping Station and Construction of a New Intermediate Pumping Station

Partners / Participants / Donors: Under the patronage of ESOTECH, CMSR, Slovenia; Zhytomyrvodokanal received a grant of €2,844,694.00Objective: To ensure uninterrupted and high-quality wastewater disposal in Zhytomyr, supporting sanitary and epidemiological well-being, including the reconstruction of the main sewage pumping station (40,000 m³/day, in operation since 1978).Implemented Measures:● Installed 6 pumps (4 operational, 2 backup), 4 gate valves, and 4 rake screens with electric drives.● Installed 4 compactors for shredding and pressing waste.● Laid suction and discharge pipelines made of stainless steel.● Reconstructed TP328 (6 transformers of 630 kVA), installed 10 kV and 0.4 kV switchgear.● Implemented an automated SCADA pump control system.

Entrepreneurship Laboratory

Partners / Participants / Donors: SRER, UN (UNDP), GIZ, All-Ukrainian Association of Local Self-Government Bodies “Association of Ukrainian Cities,” Smart People Business SchoolObjective: To develop a sustainable business ecosystem in the Zhytomyr City Territorial Community by providing accessible production and office infrastructure for B2B and B2C entrepreneurs.Implemented Measures:● Opened a municipal space for small-scale material processing and 3D prototyping.● Established 4 laboratories: wood and polymers, metal machining, metal plasma processing, and 3D lab.● Entrepreneurs can order services, learn to operate equipment, or manufacture products independently.● A coworking space for entrepreneurs was created in the city center.

Construction of Modular Housing for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)

Partners / Participants / Donors: Zhytomyr Regional Military Administration, Zhytomyr City Council, Italian Red Cross
Objective: To provide temporary housing for IDPs who lost their homes due to the Russian invasion.
Implemented Measures:● With the support of the Italian Red Cross, a modular settlement was constructed in 2024.● Installed 56 houses of 45 m² each (two bedrooms, studio kitchen, bathroom).● Houses are fully furnished and equipped, designed for 4 people.● Currently, 155 internally displaced persons reside in the settlement.

International Technical Assistance Project “Energy Security Project”

Partners / Participants / Donors: USAID, Ministry of Energy of Ukraine, Zhytomyrteplokomunenergo Municipal Enterprise of Zhytomyr City CouncilObjective: To enhance Zhytomyr’s energy security and ensure stable operation of the enterprise during martial law and reconstruction.Implemented Measures:● Received international assistance totaling UAH 152.9 million.● Supplied pipes, fittings, pumping equipment, specialized machinery, and generators.● Installed 2 Jenbacher CHP units (0.6 MW and 1 MW).● Prepared design documentation for 4 Gentec CHP units (0.6 MW and 3×0.4 MW), with installation under the EIB program.Result: Strengthened energy security and ensured reliable heating and electricity supply for the community.

Energy Efficiency Project in Zhytomyr

Partners / Participants / Donors: SECO, Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, Zhytomyr City Council, Zhytomyrteplokomunenergo Municipal EnterpriseObjective: To improve energy efficiency in Zhytomyr, implement renewable energy, and develop institutional capacity to enhance community life.Investments: CHF 16.2 million (SECO grant – CHF 10.6 million, co-financing by the city/Zhytomyrteplokomunenergo – CHF 5.6 million)Implemented Measures:● Reconstructed 7 km of heating networks.● Installed 119 individual heating units (IHUs) in buildings.● Reconstructed a district boiler house and built a biofuel CHP plant (1.2 MW electric and 7.1 MW thermal capacity).Results:● Annual reduction of gas consumption by 5.8 million m³.● Annual electricity savings of 8,000 MWh.● Heat savings of 44,000 Gcal.● CO₂ emissions reduction by 11,600 tons.

Installation of Solar Power Plants at Zhytomyr Municipal Hospitals

Partners / Participants / Donors: GIZ, NGO “Eco Club,” SECO, SOLSOL s.r.o., social ecological movement “NESEHNUTÍ”Objective: To improve energy supply for Zhytomyr healthcare facilities, increase the share of renewable electricity in the community’s energy balance, and save municipal budget funds on energy costs.Implemented Measures:● Installed 4 solar power plants at two city hospitals with a total capacity of 126/173 kW (AC/DC).● Implemented an energy storage system with a total capacity of 30.7 kWh.

The development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is one of the main priorities for the community’s economic growth, serving as a significant source of self-employment, job creation, investment inflow, and municipal budget revenue, as well as enhancing the economy’s resilience to external influences.

Development of processing industries (light industry, food, woodworking, mechanical engineering) and cluster cooperation

Support for small and medium businesses

Organic production and food security.

Alternative energy and circular economy

Promotion of innovation and human capital

Zhytomyr Community invites partnerships and cooperation in development and European integration

Halyna Shymanska

Acting Mayor of the Zhytomyr City Council

Email: au.vog.adar-tz%40kvm
Phone: +380 (412) 48-11-87
Address: 4/2 S.P. Korolyov Square, Zhytomyr, 10014, Ukraine