ORIGINAL PAPER
The energy system as an object of legal regulation and implementation of innovative technologies for the protection of critical infrastructure
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National Academy of Security Service of Ukraine, Ukraine
Submission date: 2024-06-24
Final revision date: 2024-09-11
Acceptance date: 2024-09-25
Publication date: 2025-03-27
Polityka Energetyczna – Energy Policy Journal 2025;28(1):55-76
KEYWORDS
TOPICS
Energy policyEcological, economic, social and legal aspects in energy systemsEffective use of energyDevelopment of new energy technologiesRegional issues of fuels and energyEnergy systems modelling
ABSTRACT
The necessity to enhance and reevaluate the safety of energy infrastructure has been brought to light by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. This paper examines the current status of the Ukrainian energy system, with particular attention paid to legislative frameworks and the possible incorporation of cutting-edge technologies for improved protection. The principal objective is to evaluate the efficacy of current legislation and suggest enhancements to ensure the safety of vital infrastructure. To do this, the study thoroughly examines Ukrainian energy laws, pointing out both the advantages and disadvantages of the existing legal system. Reviewing the laws and rules that guarantee energy facilities’ lawful operation and operational integrity is part of the investigation. By examining several theoretical perspectives on the notion of the „energy system,” the research develops a thorough definition and pinpoints the essential elements and traits of the system. The study examines the requirements for vital infrastructure, setting the energy system apart from the more significant fuel and energy industry. The criticality levels and the responsibilities of the relevant authorities in overseeing these infrastructures are assessed in the study. A study of international documents also emphasizes how critical it is to uphold established norms and mitigate any risks that energy infrastructure may encounter.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
The Authors have no conflicts of interest to declare
METADATA IN OTHER LANGUAGES:
Polish
System energetyczny jako przedmiot regulacji prawnej i wdrażania innowacyjnych technologii ochrony infrastruktury krytycznej
sztuczna inteligencja, cyberbezpieczeństwo, efekty kaskadowe, organ sektorowy, interes narodowy
Konieczność wzmocnienia i ponownej oceny bezpieczeństwa infrastruktury energetycznej ujrzała światło dzienne w związku z trwającym kryzysem na Ukrainie. W niniejszym artykule zbadano obecny stan ukraińskiego systemu energetycznego, zwracając szczególną uwagę na ramy prawne i możliwe włączenie najnowocześniejszych technologii w celu poprawy ochrony. Głównym celem jest ocena skuteczności obowiązujących przepisów i zaproponowanie ulepszeń w celu zapewnienia bezpieczeństwa kluczowej infrastruktury. W tym celu w badaniu dokładnie przeanalizowano ukraińskie przepisy energetyczne, wskazując zarówno zalety, jak i wady istniejącego systemu prawnego. Częścią artykułu jest przegląd przepisów i zasad gwarantujących zgodne z prawem funkcjonowanie obiektów energetycznych i integralność operacyjną. Poprzez zbadanie kilku teoretycznych perspektyw pojęcia „systemu energetycznego” badanie opracowuje dogłębną definicję i wskazuje istotne elementy i cechy systemu. Praca analizuje wymagania dotyczące kluczowej infrastruktury, odróżniając system energetyczny od ważniejszego przemysłu paliwowego i energetycznego. W artykule oceniono poziomy krytyczności i obowiązki właściwych organów nadzorujących te infrastruktury. Badanie dokumentów międzynarodowych podkreśla również, jak ważne jest przestrzeganie ustalonych norm i łagodzenie wszelkich ryzyk, na jakie może natrafić infrastruktura energetyczna.
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