Features of Project Management of Energy Saving in Conditions of Transition to Circular Economy

There are changes in the world's approaches to energy policy, in particular the transition from the outdated model of the energy sector to a new model in which a more competitive environment is created, opportunities for development are leveled and the dominance of one type of energy production and fuel supply is minimized. At the same time, preference is given to improving energy efficiency and the use of energy from renewable and alternative sources. The authors consider the peculiarities of the application of project management methodology in the energy sector in the transition to a circular economy in order to improve energy efficiency and energy conservation. To do this, the authors analyzed the publications of scientists in the field of energy saving, project management in the energy sector and the application of circular economy in our country and concluded that it is necessary to improve the efficiency of energy saving projects through the introduction of circular economy. It was found that Ukraine is one of the most energy-intensive economies in the world and has a huge potential for energy saving and energy efficiency, in particular, the reduction of energy consumption in consumption can reach 60%. Only in three sectors - housing, budget and energy supply (together about 63% of Ukraine's energy balance) the potential for energy efficiency is equal to the savings of about 19 million tons or 8.0 billion euros annually. Improving energy efficiency is a necessary element for increasing the country's energy independence and reducing the energy intensity of the economy. In addition, it is proposed to apply new business models of circular economy, which are focused on reducing the amount of resources used, the introduction of reuse or closed production cycle (planning the need for materials) and processing in production, which protects the environment and reduces the primary needs of enterprises industry in external resources. In general, the implementation of energy saving projects will help create conditions for improving the efficiency of fuel and energy resources in Ukraine and improve living standards, as well as increase energy independence and energy security of the state.