As in previous years, it remains clear that green and sustainable recovery is essential for future development and modernization of Ukraine. The opening of accession negotiations with the EU has the potential to significantly help Ukraine in this process.

The authors discuss approach of Ukraine, EU and Czechia towards the green recovery, particular initiatives, but also persisting challenges. They identify Poland and Germany as an examples of good practice and recently approved Ukraine facility as a key instrument for the process of recovery. Czechia, despite allocating only limited own resources and paying less attention to the green recovery, remains committed to supporting Ukraine and is strong in seeking alliances for its initiatives.