BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 6. The development of
green energy became one of the key priorities of Kyrgyzstan’s state
policy in 2025. Against the backdrop of growing electricity demand
and the need to reduce dependence on weather-related factors, the
authorities focused on expanding renewable energy capacity,
modernizing existing facilities, and attracting investment into new
projects.
Dozens of solar and hydropower projects were started or moved
forward this year. These projects ranged from building small
hydropower plants and getting ready to open big ones to making the
country's first large-scale solar power projects. Overall, 2025
marked a shift from isolated initiatives toward a more systematic
approach to green energy development, strengthening Kyrgyzstan’s
energy security and laying the groundwork for long-term sustainable
growth.
Kyrgyzstan updates progress on Orto-Tokoy hydropower
plant construction
The construction of the Orto-Tokoy hydropower plant (HPP) in
Kyrgyzstan’s Issyk-Kul region has reached 65 percent completion in
July.
The Orto-Tokoy HPP is one of several strategic projects
currently being implemented by the ministry to address the
country’s electricity shortage. The project operator, Chakan HPP
JSC, said construction is proceeding according to the approved
schedule.
To date, workers have built temporary and permanent access roads
to the construction site. The builders have completed facilities
such as worker camps, material storage warehouses, concrete-mixing
units, compensator infrastructure, and power supply systems.
Installation of suction pipe cones for all three hydro units has
also been carried out, alongside the installation of a 10-ton
gantry crane to support the water intake assembly works.
Additionally, the 928-meter tunnel has been fully excavated.
Kyrgyzstan discloses progress on Papan hydropower plant
project
The groundwork for the Papan hydropower plant in Kyrgyzstan is
in full swing. As part of the initial phase, a temporary access
road leading to the construction site of the power station has been
completed. A portion of specialized construction machinery has
already been delivered to the area, marking a significant
logistical milestone.
Technical requirements for ensuring a stable temporary
electricity supply during the construction period have been
finalized. The temporary power supply for the water intake facility
has been connected, and an agreement has been signed for the design
of a 110 kV transmission line, which will serve as the plant’s main
power output line.
Kyrgyzstan’s hydropower station set for full operation
by 2026
Nearly 50 percent of the construction work on the Orto-Tokoy
Hydroelectric Power Plant in Kyrgyzstan has been completed, with
the project on track for completion by mid-2026.
The Orto-Toy Hydropower Station, designed to have a capacity of
21 MW, is being built by JSC Chakan HPP in partnership with China
National Machinery Industry Corporation (CHMC). The total
construction period is set for 24 months.
Progresses so far:
- Construction of both temporary and permanent access roads;
- Setup of a construction camp, warehouses, concrete plants, and
electrical supply infrastructure;
- Drilling of 727 meters out of the planned 928 meters of the
diversion tunnel;
- Construction of retaining walls for the discharge channel (868
m³ of concrete);
- Installation of sluice gates and three suction pipe cones;
- Completion of access road work to the water intake
facility.
Kyrgyzstan launches construction of small HPPs in its
Osh region
The foundation stone has been laid for the construction of a
cascade of small hydropower plants (HPPs) and supporting
infrastructure in the Kara-Suu district of Kyrgyzstan’s Osh
region.
The project includes the launch of construction on four small
HPPs — Kurshab-1, Kurshab-2, Kurshab-3, and Kurshab-4 — by MGM
Group LLC, with a total installed capacity of 9 MW.
Kyrgyzstan powers ahead with ambitious HPP plans set for
2026 launch
The government of Kyrgyzstan is preparing to commission 12
hydropower plants (HPPs) across the country in 2026, according to a
post on social media by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, Head of the Information
Policy Service of the Presidential Administration of
Kyrgyzstan.
According to Orunbekov, Kyrgyzstan is gearing up to roll out the
following new HPPs next year:
- Jergez HPP – 6.2 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Ak-Suu District;
- Turgent HPP – 26 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Ak-Suu District;
- Jeti-Oguz HPP – 6.7 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Jeti-Oguz
District;
- Green Energy HPP – 3.8 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Issyk-Kul
District;
- Mayluu-Suu HPP – 26 MW, Jalal-Abad Region, Mayluu-Suu
City;
- Ak-Terek HPP – 4 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Jeti-Oguz District;
- Orto-Tokoy HPP – 21 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Ton District;
- Karakol HPP – 18 MW, Jalal-Abad Region, Toktogul District;
- Tüp HPP – 9 MW, Issyk-Kul Region, Tyup District;
- Ak-Suu-2 HPP – 7.2 MW, Chuy Region, Moskva District;
- Ak-Suu-3 HPP – 17.66 MW, Chuy Region, Moskva District;
- Leninpol HPP – 2.3 MW, Talas Region, Bakay-Ata District.
China's Sun Energy Co. set to build solar power plant in
Kyrgyzstan's Batken
Chinese company Sun Energy Co. is set to build a solar power
plant in the Batken region of Kyrgyzstan.
According to the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President
of Kyrgyzstan in the Batken region, the plant will be located on a
669.3-hectare plot of land in the village of Ak-Turpak, Kadamjay
district. The project will have a capacity of 250 MW and an
investment volume of $230 million.
Additionally, solar panels with a capacity of 20 kW have been
installed by Sun Energy Co. in the building of the Plenipotentiary
Representative’s office in Batken.
Kyrgyzstan strengthens energy sector through new
hydropower projects
Kyrgyzstan plans to construct 17 small hydropower plants in 2026
and 19 new hydropower facilities in 2027, said Chairman of the
Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of
Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev.
He made this statement at a plenary session of the Jogorku
Kenesh (parliament).
According to him, total electricity generation in Kyrgyzstan
increased to 117.8 billion kilowatt-hours in 2024.
Kyrgyzstan marks milestone with launch of first solar
power plant
A 100-megawatt solar power plant, the first of its kind in
Kyrgyzstan, was launched in the Kemin district of the Chui
region.
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov took part in the launch
ceremony on December 24.
The plant is expected to generate about 210 million
kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually, reducing carbon
dioxide emissions by 120,000 tons.
Kyrgyzstan expects Japan’s participation in dev’t of
green energy
Kyrgyzstan expects Japan to take part in the development of
green energy, including the Kambarata-1 HPP. This was stated by
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov on December 20 during an
official visit to Japan, while addressing the Summit of the
"Central Asia plus Japan" Dialogue (CA+JAD).
According to him, cooperation with Japan could play a
significant role in the transition to clean energy sources.
Kyrgyzstan accelerates implementation of its Kambarata-2
and Uch-Kurgan HPPs
Kyrgyzstan accelerates implementation of the Kambarata-2 and
Uch-Kurgan hydropower plants (HPP).
General Director of Electric Stations JSC, Alpbek Sadyrov,
participated in events organized by Chinese Dongfang Electric
Corporation and Dongfang Electric Machinery Co. and held bilateral
meetings with representatives of China National Electric
Engineering Co. (CNEEC) and SinoHydro company in the cities of
Chengdu and Deyang.
ADB pledges support for Kambarata-1 hydropower project
in Kyrgyzstan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) confirmed plans to mobilize
more than $800 million to support two major regional hydropower
developments, including Kyrgyzstan’s Kambarata-1 project, during
the 24th Ministerial Conference of the Central Asia Regional
Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program.
In his keynote address, ADB President Masato Kanda emphasized
that expanding clean energy infrastructure is central to the bank’s
long-term engagement in the region. He noted that Kambarata-1 is
among the flagship energy projects ADB aims to help advance as part
of its wider investment program through 2030.
ADB ready to support Kyrgyz green energy and transport
projects, President Kanda says
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov met Asian Development Bank (ADB)
President Masato Kanda to discuss expanding cooperation in
infrastructure, energy and agriculture, the presidential office
said.
Zhaparov highlighted the ADB’s long-standing partnership with
Kyrgyzstan and its role in advancing major projects across key
sectors of the economy. He said the country’s steady socio-economic
growth was creating favourable conditions for large-scale
infrastructure development.
He underscored transport projects as a priority, saying they
could help Kyrgyzstan position itself as a "regional hub". Energy
and agriculture were also identified as key areas for further
collaboration.
Kyrgyz parliament nods to EIB loan ratification for
CASA-1000 project in first reading
Kyrgyzstan’s parliament has approved in the first reading a
draft law ratifying a financial contract with the European
Investment Bank (EIB) to provide additional funding for the Central
Asia-South Asia Electricity Transmission and Trade Project
(CASA-1000).
The CASA-1000 project involves the construction of
infrastructure to export clean hydroelectric power generated in
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to Afghanistan and Pakistan. Construction
work on CASA-1000 facilities in both Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan was
completed in 2025.
Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Energy Minister Altynbek Rysbekov said
during a parliamentary session that the agreement is intended to
enhance energy security, ensure stable grid operations, improve
water resource management, boost export potential, and expand
electricity generation capacity.
Kyrgyzstan puts new energy facilities into
operation
Kyrgyzstan has commissioned 11 new facilities in the energy
sector.
The newly commissioned facilities include four small hydropower
plants—Aksy HPP (4.75 MW) in Kyzyl-Köl village, Aksy District,
Jalal-Abad Region; Issyk-Ata-2 HPP (4 MW) in Issyk-Ata District,
Chuy Region; Boz-Uchuk HPP (5.5 MW) in Zhany-Aryk village, Ak-Suu
District, Issyk-Kul Region; and Koy-Suu HPP (9 MW) in Issyk-Kul
District, Issyk-Kul Region.
Kyrgyzstan puts new energy facilities into
operation
Kyrgyzstan has commissioned 11 new facilities in the energy
sector. The newly commissioned facilities include four small
hydropower plants—Aksy HPP (4.75 MW) in Kyzyl-Köl village, Aksy
District, Jalal-Abad Region; Issyk-Ata-2 HPP (4 MW) in Issyk-Ata
District, Chuy Region; Boz-Uchuk HPP (5.5 MW) in Zhany-Aryk
village, Ak-Suu District, Issyk-Kul Region; and Koy-Suu HPP (9 MW)
in Issyk-Kul District, Issyk-Kul Region.
In addition, two coal mines—Kozho-Kelenskoye and
Beshburkhan—have been commissioned, along with two production
workshops: a transformer repair workshop at Jalal-Abad Electric
Network Enterprise and a reinforced concrete products workshop at
Osh Electric Network Enterprise.
Kyrgyzstan nears launch of Shamshy small
HPP
The Shamshy small hydropower plant (HPP), located in
Kyrgyzstan’s Chuy region, is scheduled to be commissioned in
September 2025, Trend reports via the country’s Ministry of
Energy.
Construction works are expected to be completed by the end of
August. As of August 2025, the main hydraulic facility has been
finalized, while the settling basin is 95 percent complete, with
remaining works focused on the emergency spillway. Installation of
the pressure pipeline has reached 80 percent, while the machine
hall construction stands at 30 percent, with wall installation
underway. The derivation canal has been built by 85 percent, and
the 10 kV power line has been completed. A hydroturbine has been
delivered from the Czech Republic, and four surveillance cameras
have been installed.
The plant is being built with the support of the Russian-Kyrgyz
Development Fund. With a capacity of 1.7 MW, it will generate up to
10 million kWh of electricity annually, covering around 10 percent
of the Chuy district’s yearly demand.
Kyrgyzstan and Russia plan major solar power project in
Issyk-Kul
Russia and Kyrgyzstan are planning the construction of a large
solar power plant in the Issyk-Kul region, President Vladimir Putin
told media following talks with Kyrgyz President Sadyr
Zhaparov.
The project forms part of a broader energy cooperation program,
which also includes the modernization of hydroelectric power plants
and the development of renewable energy infrastructure across the
country. The Issyk-Kul solar plant is set to be a game changer for
Kyrgyzstan’s clean energy capacity, helping to shore up the
country’s energy security in leaps and bounds.
"This large solar power plant is planned for joint construction
in the Issyk-Kul region," Putin said at a joint media briefing.
He highlighted the project’s role in diversifying Kyrgyzstan’s
energy mix and promoting sustainable development.
The proposed solar power plant project is situated within an
ongoing energy partnership focused heavily on hydropower. A
significant fact is the 2012 Agreement between the governments of
Russia and Kyrgyzstan regarding the construction and operation of
the Kambar-Ata-1 HPP (Hydroelectric Power Plant) and the Upper
Naryn Cascade of HPPs. Even though the 2012 deal regarding the HPP
cascade was called off by Kyrgyzstan, the promise to spruce up the
current infrastructure is still alive. Specifically, Russian
technical and financial support has been channeled into the ongoing
modernization of major Soviet-era HPPs, such as the Toktogul HPP,
which is the largest power generation facility in the country. This
modernization effort is crucial, as HPPs currently account for
nearly 90 percent of Kyrgyzstan's total electricity generation.
Kyrgyzstan taps solar, hydropower, and efficiency to
slash emissions by 2035
Kyrgyzstan is advancing its climate commitments through a series
of energy sector measures designed to significantly cut greenhouse
gas emissions.
Under the "With Measures" (WM) scenario, the country plans to
reduce emissions by approximately 2.67 million tons of CO₂
equivalent by 2030, rising to nearly 2.79 million tons by 2035. Key
initiatives include the construction of a 300 MW solar power plant
in Toru-Aygyr, scheduled for completion in 2026, and the
modernization of the Toktogul and Uch-Kurgan hydroelectric power
plants by 2027, contributing a combined reduction of over 320,000
tons of CO₂.
Kyrgyzstan and Hungary forge partnership for major solar
power initiative
Hungarian Electron Holding and the National Investment Agency of
the Kyrgyz Republic have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to
build solar power plants with a combined capacity of up to 300 MW,
with planned investments exceeding $300 million.
The agreement was finalized during the Hungarian-Kyrgyz Business
Forum, which convened approximately 40 companies from both nations
to explore opportunities for economic cooperation and investment.
This initiative is anticipated to bolster Kyrgyzstan's renewable
energy sector and support the country’s efforts to expand its clean
energy capacity.
The Kyrgyz Republic has set a national goal to raise the amount
of green energy (not including large-scale hydropower) in its total
energy supply to 10 percent by 2040. This is meant to improve
energy security and diversify the country's energy mix, which
currently depends on hydropower.
Kyrgyzstan opens Kara-Kul hydropower plant
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov today officially inaugurated the
Kara-Kul Hydropower Plant in the Jalal-Abad region.
The plant, located at the mouth of the Kara-Suu River in
Kara-Kul city, features two units with a total capacity of 18 MW
and is expected to generate 104 million kWh annually. This will
reduce the country’s electricity deficit by around 2.5% and
strengthen power supply to Kara-Kul and the Toktogul cascade of
HPPs.
Kyrgyzstan kicks off construction of solar power plant
in scenic Issyk-Kul
Construction has commenced on a new solar power plant in
Kyrgyzstan’s Issyk-Kul region, subsequent to the signing of a
supplemental agreement between the Ministry of Energy, Sonningdale
Limited, and CAREC LLC..
The project in the village of Kyzyl-Oruk is expected to improve
Kyrgyzstan's green energy capacity, make the country's energy
security stronger, and bring in more foreign investment. The
updated agreement lays out the important details, such as each
party's duties, promises to ensure project stability, steps for
dealing with possible issues, and the relevant laws.
Kyrgyzstan and Chinese firms strike deal to power up new
solar plant
The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan has signed an investment
agreement and memorandum of understanding with States Technology
Co., Limited, San Energy Co., and POWERCHINA during the Suzhou
International Forum.
The investment deal says that a 250 MW solar power plant will be
built in the village of Ak-Turpak in the Batken region. The plant
will cover almost 670 hectares. It will start to be built in 2025,
and it will be ready to be used in 2027. The power that is made
will be sent to the national grid, which will make the energy more
stable for people who live in the Ak-Turpak rural area.
In addition, a memorandum with POWERCHINA was signed to
facilitate investment attraction and financing for major energy
projects. It envisions joint research, training programs for energy
specialists, and studies on the development of floating solar power
plants on the Toktogul Reservoir.
