Valerii Kharkovets

Valerii Kharkovets is the chief engineer at the Zavallivsky Graphite Mine in Ukraine, overseeing operations at one of Europe's largest graphite deposits. With nearly a century of history, the mine has faced significant challenges, particularly following Russia's invasion in 2022, which has severely impacted its output. Kharkovets advocates for increased investment to modernize mining operations and improve competitiveness against foreign producers, particularly in light of the mine's critical role in the global battery supply chain.