The construction of a 100-megawatt solar power plant in the Tuprakkala District of Uzbekistan’s Khorezm region has begun indicating the nation’s strong move towards renewable energy development.
The project is being led by the French firm Voltalia, reflecting Uzbekistan’s earnest endeavors to harness renewable energy sources, thereby mitigating its reliance on conventional fossil fuels. Uzbekistan, under the stewardship of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has proactively fostered an environment conducive to renewable energy investment, attracting over US$2 billion in foreign capital over the past few years.
President Mirziyoyev’s emphasis on the importance of renewable energy sources underscores Uzbekistan’s forward-looking approach toward sustainable development. The government’s recent launch of the Solar Home program further underscores its dedication to incentivizing households and businesses to adopt solar energy through tax benefits and preferential resources, fostering a culture of sustainability across the nation.
Against this backdrop, the initiation of the 100-megawatt solar power plant project in Tuprakkala District is said to be a significant milestone in Uzbekistan’s renewable energy journey.
The solar power plant is expected to generate 254 million kilowatt-hours of green energy annually, effectively covering a substantial portion of the region’s electricity requirements. Moreover, the project’s innovative integration of agrovoltaics represents a pioneering step, facilitating crop cultivation beneath solar panels and optimizing land use efficiency.
As per reports, the solar power plant is projected to save 76 million cubic meters of natural gas annually and prevent the release of 106 thousand tons of harmful substances into the atmosphere, revealing Uzbekistan’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
