What is the total installed capacity of power plants in Kazakhstan?

As of January 1, 2022, the total installed capacity of power plants in Kazakhstan was 23,957, MW. Electricity in Kazakhstan is generated by 155 power plants of various forms of ownership.

Does Kazakhstan have a plan for electric power development?

The Government of Kazakhstan has developed an action plan for electric power development through 2030, which includes a list of proposed power plants for modernization or reconstruction as well as the construction of new facilities.

How many solar power plants are there in Kazakhstan?

As of now, there are 51 solar power plants in operation in Kazakhstan. The government aimed to have 28 solar power plants operational by the end of 2021 and successfully met this goal. The potential of solar energy in Kazakhstan is estimated at 2.5 billion kWh per year.

How much electricity is generated in Kazakhstan?

In 2021, 114.3 billion kWh of electricity was generated at the country’s power plants. Kazakhstan’s national grid is operated by Kazakhstan’s Electricity Grid Operating Company (KEGOC), a state-owned company responsible for electricity transmission and distribution network management.

Will Kazakhstan build a nuclear power plant?

Kazakhstan, with its vast uranium deposits and status as the world’s largest uranium producer, has long planned to build additional nuclear power plants. The government is actively considering building a new nuclear power plant, although little progress has been made on constructing these units so far.

Who operates Kazakhstan's electricity grid?

Kazakhstan’s national grid is operated by Kazakhstan’s Electricity Grid Operating Company (KEGOC), a state-owned company responsible for electricity transmission and distribution network management. Several medium and small regional electricity companies handle distribution, some privately owned.