Uzbekistan Implements Measures to Improve Energy Supply and Promote Renewable Sources
Uzbekistan, under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, is taking significant measures to improve energy supply and promote renewable energy sources.
In recent discussions, the government emphasized the creation of new generating capacities exceeding 5,000 megawatts in the past six years. Efforts are underway to address the projected electricity shortage, with a particular focus on the installation of solar panels and wind power plants, totaling 1,200 megawatts and 2,000 megawatts respectively. Additionally, attention is being given to the repair and modernization of electrical networks, with 175 transformers already updated in the city of Tashkent.
To stimulate the adoption of alternative energy sources, President Mirziyoyev introduced a green energy certificate system. Starting from July, hydroelectric power plants will be issued "green" certificates, which will later be extended to encompass all electricity generated from renewable energy sources by October. The government aims to encourage the population, entrepreneurs, government agencies, and social institutions to install small solar panels. Moreover, efforts are being made to establish reserves of electrical equipment and materials and complete planned repair work by August 1, with the recruitment of qualified specialists and the creation of additional teams. These initiatives, alongside the allocation of additional gas to thermal power plants and the upcoming launch of a 500-megawatt power plant, demonstrate Uzbekistan's commitment to improving energy supply and diversifying its energy sources, including an emphasis on the efficient utilization of transformers and electrical infrastructure.
Source: Uzbekistan Government News
