How much energy does Kyrgyzstan produce?

Kyrgyzstan’s total primary energy supply (TPES) was 3.9 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe) in 2015 and reached 4.6 Mtoe in 2018. Total final consumption (TFC) totalled 4.2 Mtoe in 2018, and is growing rapidly (+72% since 2008). In 2018, domestic energy production was 2.3 Mtoe, consisting mostly of hydropower (53%) and coal production (37%).

Which sector consumes the most energy in Kyrgyzstan?

Residential sector is the largest energy consuming sector in the country, followed by transport and industry. Electricity consumption per capita, although sometimes limited by power outages, increased by more than 45% from 2010 to 2018. Renewables contribute to 27% (2018) of Kyrgyzstan’s energy mix.

Who has power in Kyrgyzstan?

Executive power in Kyrgyzstan lies with the government, its subordinate ministries, state committees, administrative agencies and local administrations. In the energy sector, the government: Grants and transfers property rights, and rights for use of water, minerals and other energy resources.

What is Kyrgyzstan's energy saving potential?

Kyrgyzstan’s energy saving potential is significant: it is estimated that rehabilitation and modernisation can save up to 25% of electricity and 15% of heat.

How will Kyrgyzstan grow?

Growth will come from a 30% increase in the existing mines of Kara‑Keche, Besh-Burhan, Zhergalan, Sulukta and Tash-Kumyr. Concerning hydropower, the potential of Kyrgyzstan’s rivers is approximately ten times what is currently utilised. Kyrgyzstan’s energy system is subject to supply security threats as well as other challenges.

How long should energy storage last?

Therefore, the need for storage with durations of 10 or more hours largely hinges on a future grid with a specific set of conditions including regional load patterns, renewable energy deployment, previous storage deployments, and the economics of competing storage options.