Does Kyrgyzstan have solar energy?

Kyrgyzstan’s geographic location and climatic conditions are quite favourable for the broader development of solar energy, evident in solar radiation maps.

How many hydroelectric power plants are there in Kyrgyzstan?

More than 90% of all electricity in the republic is generated by large hydroelectric power plants. However, hydro resources of small rivers in the republic constitute only 1.47% of total electricity generation in Kyrgyzstan, produced by 18 small hydroelectric power plants with a total capacity of 53.86 MW.

Who has power in Kyrgyzstan?

Executive power in Kyrgyzstan lies with the government, its subordinate ministries, state committees, administrative agencies and local administrations. In the energy sector, the government: Grants and transfers property rights, and rights for use of water, minerals and other energy resources.

Which sector consumes the most energy in Kyrgyzstan?

Residential sector is the largest energy consuming sector in the country, followed by transport and industry. Electricity consumption per capita, although sometimes limited by power outages, increased by more than 45% from 2010 to 2018. Renewables contribute to 27% (2018) of Kyrgyzstan’s energy mix.

How much energy does Kyrgyzstan produce?

Kyrgyzstan’s total primary energy supply (TPES) was 3.9 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe) in 2015 and reached 4.6 Mtoe in 2018. Total final consumption (TFC) totalled 4.2 Mtoe in 2018, and is growing rapidly (+72% since 2008). In 2018, domestic energy production was 2.3 Mtoe, consisting mostly of hydropower (53%) and coal production (37%).

What is Kyrgyzstan's energy saving potential?

Kyrgyzstan’s energy saving potential is significant: it is estimated that rehabilitation and modernisation can save up to 25% of electricity and 15% of heat.