In line with the regional efforts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and increase the use of renewable energy, Tajikistan has promising prospects for transitioning towards “green” energy. The World Bank has stated that due to its hydropower capacity, Tajikistan can play a significant role in becoming a supplier of clean energy in Central Asia.
Experts believe that the country will benefit greatly from the increase in electricity production, particularly from the Rogun hydroelectric power plant that is currently under construction. The plant is expected to export roughly 60% of its energy production, which amounts to 10bn kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per year.
Capital investment in Tajikistan rose by 1.1 percentage points (PTT) last year, representing 12.7% of GDP, with a quarter of this investment solely directed towards the Rogun hydroelectric project, as per the World Bank. However, the demand for Tajikistan’s minerals and base metals is expected to decrease slightly due to the slowdown in industrial production and China’s shift towards a more service-oriented economy.
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