Does Tajikistan have a solar power plant?

The project also includes a hybrid energy storage power plant rated for 180-kilowatt hours. The new solar plant is a direct result of successful cooperation between the Government of Tajikistan, USAID, and Pamir Energy Company.

What is the energy sector of Tajikistan?

The energy sector of Tajikistan includes several entities. The electric power is the responsibility of the State-owned joint stock company Barqi Tojik, which entirely controls production, transportation and distribution of electricity in Tajikistan.

Can Tajikistan become a net energy exporter?

The Government of Tajikistan aims to transform itself from a net energy importer to a net energy exporter, on the strength of its potential for hydropower and solar power production. According to the World Bank, Tajikistan’s power production is 92 percent hydropower, six percent hydrocarbon, and two percent from other sources.

What is the share of thermal power plants in Tajikistan?

In Tajikistan, thermal power plants account for a share of 6.1% (318 MW) in the electricity generation. It should be noted that more than 98% of electricity in Tajikistan is generated by hydropower plants, including 97% from large and medium HPP. The share of thermal power plants is relatively small.

What is Tajikistan's hydropower potential?

Tajikistan’s hydropower potential is estimated at 527 billion kWh per year, which exceeds the existing electricity consumption of the countries of Central Asia by 300%. The country’s largest project is the Roghun Dam Hydropower Plant project, which when completed is estimated to produce 3600 Megawatts of energy.

How much electricity does Tajikistan produce?

Tajikistan has 4.4 gigawatts (GWe) of generating capacity, about 90% of which is hydroelectric. A major portion of this hydroelectric capacity is used in aluminum production, which consumes 40% of all the country's electric power. Tajikistan produces practically no oil, gas, or coal of its own.