What is the power supply system in Tajikistan?

Tajikistan’s power supply system is dominated by hydropower plants, most of which were built during the Soviet era. Hydropower plants account for 96 per-cent of the total installed capacity of 4,750 MW.

Why is Tajikistan not able to provide electricity?

Limited readily available domestic resources, breakdown in energy trade within Central Asia, an aged energy infrastructure, and a mismatch between economic costs and prices have hindered Tajikistan’s ability to provide electricity to its citizens throughout the year. In 2012, winter electricity short-ages were estimated at 2,700 GWh.

What is IEA's energy sector review of Tajikistan?

This International Energy Agency (IEA) energy sector review of Tajikistan was conducted under the auspices of the EU4Energy programme, which is being implemented by the IEA and the European Union, along with the Energy Community Secretariat and the Energy Charter Secretariat.

Is solar power a priority supply option in Tajikistan?

Generally, in the context of power system planning, solar power has the primary role of saving energy since you can’t rely on its availability. Because fuel in the form of gas, oil, or coal plays only a very minor role in Tajikistan, solar power is not considered as a priority supply option.

How does Tajikistan improve its energy security?

Tajikistan seeks to strengthen its energy security by harnessing its vast hydropower potential and expanding coal production. Tajikistan's economy is among the least carbon-intensive in the region, with the carbon emissions intensity of GDP roughly 31% lower than global average.

Can Tajikistan's solar power be harnessed to meet energy-policy goals?

In addition to hydropower, Tajikistan’s significant solar power potential could be harnessed to meet several energy-policy goals simultaneously, and the government has recently set a target for renewable energy to provide 10% of generating capacity by 2030.