Irina Imamkulieva, Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper At the International Forum on Attracting Foreign Investment in the Economy of Turkmenistan (TEIF 2025) in Kuala Lumpur, one of the key topics discussed in the context of Turkmenistan’s investment potential was the prospects for utilizing renewable energy sources (RES). Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and […]
Natural Gas Report – 2025-2050
nCa-AI Collaborative Report Key Points – Demand Growth: Global natural gas demand is likely to grow by about 32% by 2050, driven by power and industrial needs, especially in Asia and Africa. – Price Trends: Current prices are around $3.25 per million British thermal units (MMBtu), with a modest 3% annual increase expected over the […]
TEIF 2025: From Gas Giants to Green Energy – The Evolution of Turkmenistan’s Energy Strategy
At the International Forum on Attracting Foreign Investments in Turkmenistan’s Economy (TEIF 2025) in Kuala Lumpur, Turkmenistan’s Minister of Energy, A. Saparov, presented an overview of the achievements and prospects of the country’s energy sector. His speech highlighted the pivotal role of the electric power industry in driving Turkmenistan’s economic development and strengthening its international […]
Central Asia’s Largest Wind Farm Begins Operations Early in Uzbekistan
A major wind farm project in Uzbekistan’s Bukhara region has commenced commercial operations two months ahead of schedule. With a total capacity of 1.027 million kilowatts, it stands as the largest wind energy installation in Central Asia, according to Xinhua. The project is a joint venture between Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power (65% stake) and China […]
Uzbekistan plans to increase the share of renewable energy sources in electricity production to 40% by 2030
Boriy Alikhanov and Narimon Umarov, deputies of the Legislative Chamber Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Today, many countries are radically revising their policies in the transition from the traditional model, in which environmental protection is considered a burden on the economy, to an engine of sustainable environmental development – a green alternative. According […]
Investments in renewable energy sources and new credit lines: new prospects for Turkmenistan’s cooperation with the Saudi Fund for Development
A delegation of the Saudi Fund for Development headed by General Executive Director Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad is on a visit to Ashgabat. On 7 January, Al-Marshad was received by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. During the meeting, Al-Marshad noted that Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to diverse and mutually beneficial cooperation with Turkmenistan. President Serdar […]
IRENA and Azerbaijan Unveil Renewable Energy Partnership for Central Asia at COP29
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) unveiled a new partnership model that can accelerate renewable energy deployment and foster green industrialisation in Central Asia. The partnership was launched by IRENA at the COP29 Energy Transition Investment Forum for Central Asia. The two-day forum takes place at COP29 and is co-hosted by IRENA, the COP29 Presidency, […]
Saudi Arabia signs major green energy deals with Central Asian nations
Saudi Arabia has signed a joint executive program with Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan to strengthen collaboration on renewable energy development and transmission. The deal was signed on the sidelines of the 29th UN Climate Summit in Baku by Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and energy ministers of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. The executive […]
CIET 2024: ADB Supports Turkmenistan’s Energy Sector Paving the way for wider renewables use
Artur Andrysyak, Country Director of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Turkmenistan Resident Mission, highlighted the bank’s commitment to supporting Turkmenistan’s energy and renewable energy sectors during his presentation at the international conference “Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan” (CIET 2024). ADB’s engagement in Turkmenistan is aligned with its country partnership strategy, which aims to assist the […]
CIET 2024: GIZ supports Turkmenistan in the transition to green energy
At the international conference “Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan” (CIET 2024), Joachim Fritz – GIZ coordinator in Turkmenistan, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, presented the organization’s new initiatives aimed at supporting the country’s energy sector. Special attention was paid to the development of renewable energy sources and energy efficiency improvement. Fritz stressed the […]
INTERVIEW: Central Asia to grow by diversifying, says EDB chairman
Central Asia’s economic story is one of impressive growth, but to sustain this trajectory and achieve sustainable, long-term development, the region must diversify beyond its raw material sectors. According to Nikolai Podguzov, chairman of the board of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), which has invested in a broad range of sectors in the region, while […]
OGT 2024: Turkmenistan and Central Asia can become a global renewable energy hub
We need natural gas, but we have also to have a lot of renewable energy to go forward with decarbonization and climate change mitigation, said during his online presentation Murman Margvelashvili, Director, Energy Studies from “World Experience for Georgia”. Both in the cases of natural gas and reenable energy Turkmenistan and Central Asia can play […]
Greenifying Central Asia: From fossil fuel to renewable energy giants?
Mokhinur Sultanova Central Asia, a region rich in natural resources, has long relied on its vast reserves of fossil fuels to drive economic growth and development. However, the energy landscape is rapidly evolving, with new challenges emerging due to climate change, economic shifts, and the global transition towards renewable energy sources. With its rich history […]
Solar-powered drip irrigation system is a viable option for Central Asia
nCa Report Economization of water using the freely available solar energy – the idea is neat and very practicable. Just the thing Central Asia needs. The EU and the UNDP, working together with the government of Uzbekistan, have introduced a drip irrigation system in the Akkurgan district of the Tashkent region, a region known for […]
Turkmenistan aims to foster international cooperation in renewable energy
Turkmenistan is setting its sights on amplifying international cooperation in the renewable energy sector. DMP, Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov announced the development of a Plan to strengthen Turkmenistan’s international cooperation in the field of renewable energy sources for 2025-2030. As is known, Turkmenistan is carrying out comprehensive work on the implementation of the […]
Turkmen Scientists Look to Microalgae for Green Energy and Wastewater Treatment
Turkmen scientists are pioneering the use of microalgae for a two-pronged purpose: generating clean, renewable energy and purifying sewage and drainage water. This research aligns with the goals outlined in the State Program for the Integrated Development of Biotechnologies in Turkmenistan (2024-2028). Additionally, despite rich oil and gas reserves, Turkmenistan recognizes the increasing importance of […]
Ambassadors of the Central Asian countries to Belgium held a round table in Brussels on energy cooperation
A round table was held in Brussels with the participation of ambassadors of Central Asian countries, Mongolia, heads of European companies and various research institutes on the issues of energy potential and green policy of the Central Asian region. The event, moderated by Marat Terterov, founder of the Brussels Energy Club, was aimed at exploring […]
President of Turkmenistan and UAE Minister of Economy discussed cooperation in Fuel and renewable energy sectors, transport
On Tuesday, 25 June 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received the Minister of Economy of the United Arab Emirates Abdulla bin Touq Al-Marri, who led his country’s delegation to participate in the Turkmenistan-UAE business forum. The Minister conveyed greetings to the head of Turkmenistan from the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed […]
National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan met with the UAE Minister of Economy
The national leader of Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with the United Arab Emirates’ Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al-Marri to discuss expanding economic partnership between two nations. Minister Al-Marri conveyed greetings from UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, highlighting the UAE’s desire for stronger ties with neutral Turkmenistan. Berdimuhamedov returned the […]
TESC 2024: Modernization of energy, transition to renewable energy sources and export potential of Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is setting its sights on a cleaner energy future, with plans to convert all major power plants to combined cycle technology by 2028. This announcement came from Magtymguly Akmuradov, Advisor on Climate Issues for the Turkmen Foreign Ministry, during a panel discussion at the International Scientific Conference on “Energy Perspectives, New Technologies, and Environmental […]
The UAE and Saudi Arabia Lead the Way on Central Asian Energy Pivot
As Central Asian states seek to diversify their economic partnerships, the UAE and Saudi Arabia double down on green investments in the region to bolster their energy transitions. Dania SaadiFeb 28, 2024 A view shows wind turbines near the village of Nura in the Almaty region, Kazakhstan, May 3, 2023. (REUTERS/Pavel Mikheyev) Dania Saadi, Contributor Masdar, […]
Turkmenistan FM met with DEWA, ADNOC and MASDAR CEOs in Dubai
On 12 February 2024, during the World Government Summit in Dubai, Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Rashid Meredov, held key meetings to advance energy cooperation with the UAE. Meeting with Saeed Al Thayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), focused on expanding collaboration in water, […]
IRENA Explores Opening National Office in Turkmenistan
On 12 February 2024, at the World Government Summit (WGS 2024) in Dubai, Turkmenistan’s DPM, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Deputy Director General Gauri Singh. Discussions focused on expanding cooperation, including the potential of opening an IRENA national office in Turkmenistan. It was emphasized that in the field of […]
230 MW Garadagh Solar Power Plant – Azerbaijan Launches Largest Solar Power Plant in Caspian Region and CIS
Elvira Kadyrova Last week, one of the largest renewable energy facilities in the region, 230 MW Garadagh solar power plant was inaugurated in Azerbaijan. The opening ceremony led by President Ilham Aliyev was attended by the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technologies of the UAE Sultan Ahmed Al-Jaber. Garadagh solar power plant is the largest […]
ADB and Saudi ACWA POWER inked a loan agreement on the construction of two wind farms in Uzbekistan
The projects claim to be the largest in the field of wind development in the region The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and ACWA Power Company (ACWA) signed $174 million worth of loans to develop the Bash wind power and Dzhankeldy wind power plants, both located in the Bukhara region in Uzbekistan, ADB said. The financing […]
ACWA Power installed the largest wind turbine in Central Asia
ACWA Power, a Saudi-listed company and the world’s largest private water desalination company, the first mover into green hydrogen, and a leader in energy transition, has successfully installed the first wind turbine for its 500MW Bash wind farm project, located in the Bukhara region of Uzbekistan. The wind turbine generator (WTG) manufactured by Envision is […]
Eco Village at Altyn Asyr Lake of Turkmenistan is being developed by Chalyk Energy of Turkiye
The Turkish company Chalyk Energy (Çalık Enerji) is developing a state-of-the-art Eco Village at the Altyn Asyr Lake of Turkmenistan. Altyn Asyr (also spelled Altin Asir) is one of the largest manmade lakes in the world. A massive cluster of main, secondary, and tertiary channels collects the agricultural wastewater and rain catchment water from all […]
EDB will provide USD 600 million of investment for renewables over next three years
The EDB (Eurasian Development Bank) has decided to invest USD 600 million in the renewable energy projects during the next three years. The announcement was by Albrecht Conrad, Head of the EDB Directorate of Sustainable Development, at the UNECE Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Geneva, says a press release of EDB. Conrad said, “With […]
Ashgabat OGT Conference on Environmental Aspects of Hydrocarbon Industry reaffirmed the key role of gas in the energy transition
nCa Report Natural Gas is the key to a low–carbon future Turkmenistan is preparing the 4th national report on climate change and is on the way to joining the Global Methane Pledge International institutions are ready to cooperate with Turkmenistan in the field of green development On 15 June 2023, Ashgabat hosted an International scientific […]
UNECE: Central Asia would need a massive shift rather than a massive increase in investment to reach net zero by 2050
Today, fossil fuels account for 95% of total energy supply in the 5 countries of Central Asia – – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan – that are members of UNECE. A massive shift away from fossil fuels and towards renewable sources will be needed for countries to comply with their obligations under the Paris […]
Global Times: BRI’s emphasis on environmentally friendly practices has benefited Central Asia countries
An aerial view of China built Turgusun hydropower station in city of Altai, Kazakhstan. Photo: Xinhua For ten years, China and Central Asian countries have been more tightly bonded together through cooperation in the traditional energy section under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). However, the rise of Chinese companies specializing in renewable energy and […]
Kazakhstan’s Renewable Energy: A Win-Win for the Economy and the Environment
Against the background of global trends in decarbonization and reduction of the carbon footprint, renewable energy sources (RES) are actively developing in Kazakhstan. In 2013, the Decree of the Head of State approved the Concept for the transition of the Republic of Kazakhstan to a “green economy”. It lays the foundations for deep systemic transformations […]
The EU prioritizes the green energy development and efficient use of water and energy resources in Central Asia
Representatives of the Governments of Central Asian countries, the European Union and EU Member States responsible for environmental, climate change and water policy, international, regional and non-governmental organizations will hold the Seventh EU–Central Asia High-level Conference in Rome on 23-24 February 2023. The Head of Cooperation of the EU Delegation to Kazakhstan Johannes Baur told […]
Turkmenistan Energy Outlook 2030 – Chapter from CAREC Report – Part Four
This is Part Four of the chapter on Turkmenistan of the recently issued CAREC Energy Outlook 2030 report. The complete report is available at this link: https://www.adb.org/sites/default/files/publication/850111/carec-energy-outlook-2030.pdf Technology Outlook Priority Technologies: Generation Priority technologies in Turkmenistan were selected based on the country’s targets and its commitment to including more renewable energy sources in the mix. […]
Turkmenistan continues to undertake efforts on development of green energy
The science and higher education is actively involved in the process of practical application of green energy’s best practices in Turkmenistan. Candidate of Technical Sciences Kakageldy Sariyev, director of the Research and Production Center “Renewable Energy Sources” of the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan writes about this in his article published in the newspaper “Neutral […]
UNDP supports Turkmenistan in the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency
Within the framework of the joint project of UNDP and the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan “Sustainable Cities in Turkmenistan: Integrated Green Urban Development in Ashgabat and Avaza”, a training workshop themed “Studying international experience in the development of legal framework with respect to energy conservation and energy efficiency, as well as on the […]
UNICEF connects a primary health care facility to solar energy in Turkmenistan
Recently, a new pilot solar energy system was installed in the rural health centre of Pelvert in Halach etrap, Lebap velayat. This is the first primary health care facility in Turkmenistan to have been fitted with solar electricity – an innovative project implemented by UNICEF together with the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry of […]
In 2023, Kazakhstan will produce 4.5 bln kwh of electricity from renewables
This year Kazakhstan is planning to develop 15 renewable power source projects with total capacity of 257 megawatt. This was reported by several media sources including Kazinform and Kabar of Kazakhstan, quoting the Kazakh Energy Minister Bolat Akchulakov. In 2022, Kazakhstan brought on line 12 renewables power projects with total capacity of 385 megawatt. This […]
Turkmen students conduct experiments in the field of renewable energy
The State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan (SEIT), based in Mary, has a faculty of advanced training of production specialists. Scientific seminars on modeling and management of energy systems are held on weekly basis at the university, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. At one of these seminars, M.Yakubov, a 4th-year student of the Faculty of Physics […]
Saudi ACWA Power has bagged 1500-MW wind power project in Uzbekistan. This is 5th power project of ACWA Power in Uzbekistan
The ACWA Power of Saudi Arabia has won the contract to build a 1500-megawatt wind power plant in the Karakalpakstan region of Uzbekistan. This is the fifth power project of ACWA Power in Uzbekistan. The project cost of the Karakalpakstan project is USD 1500 million. This brings the total value of the ACWA Power projects […]
Karakum dunes: accumulators of “clean” energy
Begench Karayev, Institute of International Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan The two-week UN Global Forum on Climate Change (COP-27) with the participation of delegations from 170 countries of the world took place in the Egyptian city of Sharm el-Sheikh. One of the urgent issues on the agenda is the ways to […]
Turkmen-UAE partnership on renewables enters new stage
Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, and Turkmenenergo State Power Corporation of the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan have inked an agreement to develop a 100 megawatt solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, which will be the company’s first project in Turkmenistan. The signing was attended by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Dr. […]
Turkmenistan and UAE discuss cooperation in renewable energy sector
The delegation of UAE-based Masdar Company, a global leader in renewable energy, is on visit to Ashgabat. On Wednesday, 7 September, the delegation had negotiations with the head of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Activity of Turkmenistan Rahimberdi Jabbarov, reported the UAE Embassy in social nets. The meeting was held as part of the […]
The world is burning. We need a renewables revolution.
The only true path to energy security, stable power prices, prosperity and a livable planet lies in abandoning polluting fossil fuels and accelerating the renewables-based energy transition. By António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations Nero was famously accused of fiddling while Rome burned. Today, some leaders are doing worse. They are throwing fuel on […]
Turkmenistan’s vast potential of renewables – First solar-wind power plant contract awarded
nCa Report The Turkish company Chalyk Energy (Çalik Enerji Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.) has won the tender to build the first solar-wind power plant of Turkmenistan with capacity of 10MW. It will be built in the Serdar district of Balkan province, serving the residential and other facilities along the shoreline of the Altyn Asyr lake, […]
Uzbekistan to build the largest wind power plant in Central Asia
Elvira Kadyrova Last week, the Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan and the Masdar Company (UAE) signed an agreement to increase the design capacity of the ongoing project on wind power plants in Uzbekistan to 1.5 GW. According to the country’s minister of energy Alisher Sultanov, the wind farm will be the largest facility of its […]