How much energy does Uzbekistan use?

Uzbekistan had a total primary energy supply (TPES) of 48.28 Mtoe in 2012. Electricity consumption was 47.80 TWh. The majority of primary energy came from fossil fuels, with natural gas, coal and oil the main sources. Hydroelectricity, the only significant renewable source in the country, accounted for about 2% of the primary energy supply.

How much power will Uzbekistan's new power plant provide?

This new plant will have capacity equivalent to 8% of Uzbekistan's total generation capability and will be able to meet 15% of the country's overall power demand when complete.

Will Uzbekistan develop a solar power plant?

Uzbekistan will be the first country in Central Asia to develop and produce solar energy, by Uzbekenergo, a state owned energy company. The Samarqand Region was picked along with six other regions being inspected. The solar power plant is to have a capacity of 100 megawatts.

How will Uzbekistan support supplementary power?

A crucial aspect of this plan is ensuring that regions facing energy deficits can receive supplementary power from other areas. The government plans to invest $4 billion in the National Electric Grid of Uzbekistan over the next five years to facilitate these projects.

How will Uzbekistan improve electricity production?

The government plans to invest $4 billion in the National Electric Grid of Uzbekistan over the next five years to facilitate these projects. Reducing electricity production costs is another major priority, with a particular emphasis on alternative energy sources.

What percentage of electricity does Uzbekistan export?

In 2014, the country generated about 54,400 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electric power, of which it exported 1,400 GWh or 2.6%. Uzbekistan's power transmission system consists of 1,850 km of 500 kV lines, 6,200 km of 220 kV lines, and 15,300 km of 110 kV lines. The government owns and manages the energy sector in Uzbekistan.