Solar howe Kyrgyzstan

Does Kyrgyzstan have solar energy?

Kyrgyzstan’s geographic location and climatic conditions are quite favourable for the broader development of solar energy, evident in solar radiation maps.

Where does power come from in Kyrgyzstan?

In Kyrgyzstan’s predominantly mountainous terrain, winds of constant direction and strength sufficient for power generation can only be found in remote and sparsely populated areas.

How many hydroelectric power plants are there in Kyrgyzstan?

More than 90% of all electricity in the republic is generated by large hydroelectric power plants. However, hydro resources of small rivers in the republic constitute only 1.47% of total electricity generation in Kyrgyzstan, produced by 18 small hydroelectric power plants with a total capacity of 53.86 MW.

How much money did the Kyrgyz project cost?

The project was funded by the state, and the budget reportedly did not exceed KGS 2.5 million (about USD 36.6 thousand at the exchange rate of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic as of 18 April 2017: USD 1 = KGS 68 2881).

How many geothermal sources are there in Kyrgyzstan?

Kyrgyzstan has more than 30 geothermal sources, but only some of them are used, and then only in sanatoriums and resorts (e.g. Issyk-Ata and Teplye Klyuchi) due to their low capacity.

Why should Kyrgyz government develop small HPPs?

Developing small HPPs is one of the Kyrgyz government’s top priorities because it is hoped that increased indigenous energy production will reduce fuel import reliance as well as emissions.