Uzbekistan to introduce EV charging subsidies and digital management system under new draft reform

The Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan has prepared a draft resolution aimed at reorganizing the country’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, as to the official regulatory discussion portal. The initiative is being developed within the framework of environmental reform measures and the implementation of the “Uzbekistan 2030” strategy approved by presidential decree.

The draft introduces a compensation mechanism for electric vehicle charging costs exceeding a defined tariff threshold per kilowatt-hour. The state budget is expected to cover the compensation, which will be provided until the end of the decade. EV owners will be able to apply for payments through the Soliq mobile application, with transfers made monthly to bank cards.

Funding for the program will be covered through different budget sources depending on the period, with a separate budget allocation planned in later years as part of annual fiscal planning.

A unified digital platform, EV-Power, is planned to monitor and manage the operation of charging stations across the country. A pilot phase is expected to begin in the capital before being expanded nationwide later in the year. The platform will provide data on technical requirements for installation, available locations, and real-time monitoring of charging station operations, including power consumption and load management. It will also allow remote control of fast-charging stations to regulate usage during peak demand periods.

The draft also proposes adjustments to land allocation rules for charging station installation. Starting prices in auctions for such sites are planned to be reduced, while restrictions will be introduced to prevent excessive clustering of stations in central urban areas. Placement guidelines also outline preferred locations along major roads and near existing fuel infrastructure to support long-distance travel.

Technical regulations include mandatory periodic metrological inspections of charging stations by accredited bodies. Stations that fail to meet inspection requirements or exceed validity periods will not be permitted to operate.

The document also introduces financial support measures, including preferential loan programs for the installation of charging infrastructure. These loans are expected to be offered at reduced interest rates, with participation from commercial banks and international financial institutions coordinated by relevant government ministries.

Public discussion of the draft resolution remains open until May 17.