On September 21, 2026, protests erupted in Teremky, Kyiv, against the construction of a backup heating pipeline intended to be laid in case of an emergency shutdown of the TPP-5. Municipal security forces are actively intervening, forcibly removing protesters from the area designated for the construction work.
Situation at the Protest Site
Since the morning, law enforcement officers have been guarding the area in Teremky, controlling access to the site where preparatory works are being carried out. Builders are welding metal structures to erect a fence and prevent residents from accessing the construction site. This has sparked outrage among local residents, who feel their interests are being overlooked.
Local Residents' Reaction
Protesters express their dissatisfaction with the authorities' actions, believing that the construction of the backup heating pipeline could negatively impact the environmental situation in the area. They cite several concerns:
- Air pollution due to construction activities.
- Potential destruction of green spaces.
- Lack of information about plans and timelines for the works.
Local residents are demanding an open dialogue with government representatives and community involvement in the decision-making process.