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.

Is Kyrgyzstan part of Central Asian power system?

Kyrgyzstan is part of the Central Asian Power System connecting Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Kazakhstan. New integration plans include the Central Asia-South Asia power project (CASA‑1000), which will connect the electricity-exporting countries of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan with Afghanistan and Pakistan to supply them with electricity.

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.

Does Kyrgyzstan have a high share of renewable electricity?

The calculated share mostly consists of hydroelectricity, but is likely underestimated as data on the consumption of fuelwood and other solid biofuels by households are currently not available. Around 90% of total electricity generation is hydro-based. Kyrgyzstan has one of the highest shares of renewable electricity in the world.

What resources does Kyrgyzstan have?

Its plentiful water resources make hydropower the most important energy source; it also has significant deposits of coal, but oil and natural gas resources are marginal. Kyrgyzstan gained independence in 1991 with the dissolution of the Former Soviet Union, but the country subsequently struggled economically.