The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has played a significant role in advancing Central Asia's energy sector by providing the Energy Coordination and Dispatch Center (CDC) in Tashkent with $1.4mn worth of state-of-the-art energy sector management equipment and software, U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan reports.
This investment is geared towards strengthening the region's capacity to monitor and regulate electricity flows, ensuring the stability of the power system and fostering opportunities for cross-border electricity trade.
The CDC, serving as a regional system operator, faces growing responsibilities with the integration of renewable energy sources (RES) and the establishment of a regional electricity and capacity market in Central Asia. The cutting-edge technologies showcased during the official transfer ceremony will empower CDC dispatchers to present real-time information crucial for maintaining the energy balance in the region.
Given Uzbekistan's pivotal role in the energy sector due to its central location, abundant energy resources, and critical infrastructure, innovative solutions are imperative for planning the sector's development amidst its expansion and increasing complexity.
The delivery of essential equipment aligns with the objectives of the USAID flagship regional energy initiative, "Energy of Central Asia" (Power Central Asia), with a total budget of $39mn over five years. This project aims to enhance the performance of the energy sector, expedite the growth of clean energy, and bolster energy security and reliability by fostering regional connections and cross-border electricity trade.
Under the "Energy of Central Asia" project, USAID has attracted $2.2bn in clean energy investments, contributing to the installation of 2,241MW of clean energy capacity in Central Asia. The equipment installation represents a significant stride towards establishing a more sustainable and efficient energy environment in Uzbekistan and the broader region.
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