Does Tajikistan have a power system?

The existing electrical transmission and distribution systems of Tajikistan, designed in the 1970s during the Soviet era, are also being upgraded and expanded, allowing transmission of power from Tajikistan to surrounding countries.

How many hydropower plants are there in Tajikistan?

Currently, there are 11 large and medium hydropower plants in the Republic of Tajikistan and nearly 300 small hydro power plants with total capacity of 132 MW. In 2009 we adopted the updated program for the construction of small hydropower plants. The program envisages the construction of 189 sHPPs with total capacity of 103.6 MW.

What is the share of thermal power plants in Tajikistan?

The share of thermal power plants is 318 MW or about 6.1%. Annual electricity generation in the Tajik energy system, consisting mainly of hydro power plants, is 16.5 billion kWh.It should be noted that more than 98% of electricity in Tajikistan is generated by hydropower plants, including 97% - by large and medium HPP.

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.

Does Tajikistan need solar power?

The government is actively seeking support for development of solar power, noting that the country has an average of 300 sunny days per year, with mountain terrain unsuitable for farming allowing space for solar farms. Tajikistan is encouraging the use of electric vehicles, particularly in Dushanbe.

Why should Tajikistan invest in hydropower?

Tajikistan’s geographic proximity to some of the world’s fastest-growing energy markets means that investing in developing its hydropower potential can contribute to regional energy security and the clean energy transition, in addition to addressing Tajikistan’s high vulnerability to climate change and natural disasters.