Uzbekistan's Renewable Energy Milestone: 9 Billion kWh of Electricity Generated

Uzbekistan's rapid transition to renewable energy has led to a significant milestone, with solar and wind power plants generating 9 billion kWh of electricity as of October 22. This achievement aligns with the country's strategic goals, as set forth by the President during the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in 2023 and the 80th anniversary session in 2025, aiming to adapt the economy to climate change and achieve carbon neutrality.

Key Takeaways:

• Uzbekistan operates 12 solar photovoltaic power plants and 5 wind power plants, with a combined capacity of 4,682 megawatts, contributing to the country's overall energy mix.
• The impact of the "green" energy development is substantial, with 2.73 billion cubic meters of natural gas saved and 4 million tons of harmful emissions avoided.
• Renewable energy now accounts for 23 percent of Uzbekistan's total electricity generation, with all hydro, solar, and wind power plants producing 14.52 billion kWh of electricity so far this year.
• This output is sufficient to meet the 10-month electricity needs of 7.5 million households or the annual needs of 6 million households.
• Solar and wind power plants had produced 8 billion kWh just 29 days ago, highlighting the rapid growth in renewable energy generation.
• The country's efforts to achieve carbon neutrality and adapt its economy to climate change are in line with the President's strategic goals.

Statistics:

• 9 billion kWh of electricity generated by solar and wind power plants as of October 22.
• 4,682 megawatts combined capacity of 12 solar photovoltaic power plants and 5 wind power plants.
• 2.73 billion cubic meters of natural gas saved through "green" energy development.
• 4 million tons of CO2 emissions avoided.
• 14.52 billion kWh of electricity generated by all hydro, solar, and wind power plants in Uzbekistan so far this year.
• 23 percent of Uzbekistan's total electricity generation accounted for by renewable energy sources.
• 10-month electricity needs of 7.5 million households or annual needs of 6 million households met by renewable energy output.

Sources:

• Trend News Agency, October 30, 2025 (Trend News Agency)
• Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan