What is the energy supply of Kyrgyzstan?

Kyrgyzstan had a total primary energy supply ( TPES) of 168 PJ in 2019, of which 37% from oil, 30% from hydropower and 26% from coal. [1] The total electricity generation was 13.9 TWh (50 PJ), of which 92% came from hydroelectricity, the only significant renewable source in the country. [1]

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.

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.

What is Kyrgyzstan's hydropower system?

Under the framework of the Central Asian Power System, Kyrgyzstan’s hydropower system was designed not only to produce electricity, but to provide major ancillary services, frequency regulation and operating reserves for the regional power system.

How many electricity DSOs are there in Kyrgyzstan?

There are four electricity DSOs in Kyrgyzstan and one district heating DSO: Sever Electro serves Bishkek, Talas and the Chuy region, accounting for 42% of distribution. Vostok Electro serves the Issik-Kul and Naryn regions and accounts for 18% of distribution.

How many hydropower plants are there in Kyrgyzstan?

Hydroelectricity is generated by 7 large hydropower plants, all on the river Naryn, and 12 smaller hydropower plants, with a total installed capacity of 3.07 GW. [2] [3] The Kyrgyz government plans to expand the hydropower capacity by 4.6 GW with four main projects: Kambar-Ata-1, Upper Naryn cascade, Suusamyr-Kökömeren cascade and Kazarman cascade.