Project Manager • Lawyer • Attorney • Expert in Energy

Mykhailo Pyrtko

Education & Languages

Mykhailo Pyrtko studied at Lopatyn Secondary School and graduated from Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, earning:

  • Specialist Degree in Law (2013)
  • Master’s Degree in Finance (2015)

He continued postgraduate studies in the history of law, and in 2021 earned a PhD in Law at Ivan Franko National University of Lviv. In 2023, he obtained a Master’s degree in Electrical Power Engineering and Energy Security.

Languages: Ukrainian, English, Spanish, Russian.

Career & Leadership Experience

Mykhailo Pyrtko began his professional path as a lawyer in Lviv and Kyiv, specializing in corporate and tax law. He later led legal departments, overseeing investment deals and safeguarding business interests.

From 2013 to 2018, he worked as CEO in multiple companies, where he was responsible for strategic planning, partner negotiations, and financial management. Between 2016 and 2019, he led a group of companies engaged in solar power plant construction, equipment supply, and legal support for energy projects.

Since 2021, he has served as Chair of the Supervisory Board of the venture fund Kharrikein, which invests in real estate and energy projects.

Energy Sector Activities

Since 2016, Mykhailo Pyrtko has been actively involved in renewable energy initiatives, including:

  • Organization and management of solar power plant construction in Ukraine
  • Development of energy-saving and energy storage projects

He is a member of:

  • Ukrainian Renewable Energy Association
  • International Solar Energy Society (ISES)
  • Energy Institute (EI)

Legal Practice

In 2020, Mykhailo Pyrtko obtained a license to practice law. His key areas of legal expertise include:

  • Business structuring — building efficient corporate models
  • Administrative process optimization — implementing transparent and effective management mechanisms
  • Tax planning — developing strategies for different jurisdictions
  • Investment support — supporting negotiations and deals with international partners

International Cooperation

Mykhailo Pyrtko has participated in international projects and negotiations with companies from the EU, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and China. His work includes legal support for investments and building effective dialogue between foreign investors and Ukrainian businesses or government institutions.

He has also consulted on tax, administrative, and banking matters, helping businesses adapt to Ukrainian legislation, reduce risks, and implement joint projects through structured cooperation and investment attraction.

Geographical Focus

  • European Union — legal and investment models in renewable energy and real estate
  • Central & Latin America — infrastructure and energy project management, legal support for transactions in fast-growing economies
  • Morocco & the Middle East — risk analysis and implementation of energy and development projects in complex environments