How much energy does Uzbekistan use?

Uzbekistan’s total renewable energy capacity was 1 844 MW in 2018, which covered about 3% of total energy consumption. On average, 10-12% of the country’s total electricity is generated from RES. Renewable energy goals

What will Uzbekistan do by 2030?

By 2030, Uzbekistan aims to supply the capacity of renewable energy sources to 27 GW and increase the total volume of electricity production to at least 40%. This ambitious goal allows saving 25bn m³ of natural gas and reducing harmful emissions to the atmosphere by 34mn tons. Solar panels. Legal Amendments

Will Uzbekistan be a green economy?

It also plans to double its energy efficiency indicator, reduce the carbon intensity of GDP, and provide the entire population and all economic sectors with access to modern, inexpensive and reliable energy. Uzbekistan’s considerable RES potential could spur significant development of a green, environmentally friendly economy.

What is Uzbekistan's primary energy source?

As the data on primary energy resources produc-tion in Table 1.1 and Figure 1.1 show, natural gas is the Republic of Uzbekistan’s main source of pri-mary energy, constituting nearly 85% of the total amount of energy it produces. Oil and natural gas condensate make up about 13% of the country’s primary energy production.

Does Uzbekistan have an environmental protection concept?

Uzbekistan has adopted an Environmental Protection Concept of the Republic of Uzbekistan until 2030 and a roadmap for its implementation. The Concept pays particular attention to environmental protection in the energy sector.

Can Uzbekistan use solar energy?

In fact, solar energy’s technical potential is almost four times the country’s primary energy consumption. Its favourable climate and geographical location would allow Uzbekistan to use solar energy for a wide range of industrial purposes. Wind energy potential totals 2.2 Mtoe, with 19% technical development possible.