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What is the energy transition in Kazakhstan?

To date, the energy transition in Kazakhstan has almost exclusively focused on electricity generation, consisting mainly of the deployment of new solar and wind facilities. By contrast, there is almost no heat production from renewable energy sources, aside from traditional biomass such as fire-wood. The biogas sector remains very underdeveloped.

What is Kazakhstan's energy sector?

Kazakhstan's energy sector is an important element of the economy, which heavily reliant on abundant fossil fuel resources, including oil, gas, and coal, while also possessing significant solar, wind potential and uranium deposits. The Kazakhstan's current energy infrastructure shape is rooted in Soviet time and advanced in independence era.

Can solar power drive Kazakhstan's decarbonisation?

The focus now is on leveraging solar’s comparative advantages to drive forward Kazakhstan’s decarbonisation and harness its significant solar resources. This report builds on the first edition of solar investment opportunities in Kazakhstan.

How many solar energy projects are there in Kazakhstan?

In particular, according to the Plan of Activities for Alternative and Renewable Energy in Kazakhstan, it is planned to put into operation about 28 solar energy projects until the end of 2020 with total installed capacity of 713.5 MW. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) financed two solar parks in Kazakhstan.

What are Kazakhstan's Energy goals?

In 2013, Kazakhstan introduced renewa-ble energy targets: by 2020, 3% of electricity was to be generated from solar, wind, small hydro-power, and biogas – a target that was met on time. By 2030, the goal is to reach 15%. There is also an interim target of 6% by 2025, which Kazakhstan is on track to achieve.

Is Kazakhstan a sustainable country?

Kazakhstan has made notable strides in its commitment to sustainable development and renewable energy. The "Green Economy Concept" sets a target of generating 15% of electricity from renewables by 2030, marking a shift toward a sustainable economic model.