BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 19. State energy
companies AzərEnerji and Azərişıq presented two new publications
during the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku,
showcasing Azerbaijan’s modern energy infrastructure and digital
transformation initiatives, Trend reports.
The two companies are jointly participating in the international
exhibition organized within the framework of WUF13, where they are
highlighting the country’s sustainable development strategy, energy
infrastructure projects and technological advancements in the power
sector.
During the forum, Azerenerji presented the book
“Architecture of Azerbaijan’s Energy System,” while
Azerishiq unveiled “Network Architecture.”
The publications outline the development stages of Azerbaijan’s
energy system, modern technological approaches, innovative
solutions and future development priorities.
Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Asif Hashimov, director
of the Azerbaijan Scientific-Research and Design-Prospecting
Institute under Azerenerji, said urbanization — one of the world’s
most pressing issues — is currently being discussed in Baku as part
of the global forum.
Hashimov said Azerbaijan’s hosting of major United Nations
events reflects the country’s growing international standing.
“In recent years, Azerbaijan’s energy supply system has reached
a level that we can openly demonstrate to the world. We present
energy not only for Azerbaijan, but also as a contribution to other
countries,” he said.
He added that Azerenerji and Azerishiq have become
internationally recognized institutions representing Azerbaijan in
the global energy sector.
Hashimov also noted that Azerbaijan was the first country in the
South Caucasus to produce electricity on an industrial scale.
According to him, both books draw extensively on the experience
of previous generations and industry specialists, while
comprehensively reflecting the historical development and
technological transformation of the country’s energy sector.
Araz Mammadzadeh, director of the Training and Innovation Center
at Azerishiq, described the books as a “photo-report album”
documenting the modernization of Azerbaijan’s electricity
infrastructure.
He said the publications provide detailed coverage of
reconstruction and modernization projects carried out in the
country’s electricity system between 2016 and 2026.
Visitors at the event were also presented with models of the
enclosed-type “Khankendi” and “White City” substations, along with
other exhibits showcasing energy infrastructure and network
management systems.
Projects and innovative solutions displayed at the exhibition
attracted significant interest from attendees.
The third day of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum
(WUF13) is underway in Baku.
On the first day, a ministerial meeting dedicated to the New
Urban Agenda, a roundtable of ministers, assemblies of women and
civil society, business sessions, and discussions on urban
well-being were held. A ceremony for raising the flags of the
United Nations and Azerbaijan also took place within the framework
of the forum.
The second day of the forum drew attention with the first-ever
Leaders Summit. High-level discussions on the global housing
crisis, urbanization policy, and urban resilience were held that
day. At the same time, the Mexico City pavilion was inaugurated
within the framework of WUF13. The pavilion was presented as an
important platform for expanding cooperation with the Latin
American region and preparing for WUF14.
WUF13, which has attracted more than 40,000 registered
participants from 182 countries, will continue until May 22. Held
under the theme “Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and
communities,” the forum brings together governments, international
organizations, experts, and representatives of civil society to
strengthen global cooperation in the field of sustainable urban
development.
