The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $21mn grant to bolster renewable energy supplies in Tajikistan through further modernization of the Golovnaya hydropower plant. This grant aims to replace power generation unit 4, which has been non-operational since 2019 due to mechanical issues.
According to ADB Director General for Central and West Asia, Yevgeniy Zhukov, the electricity generated at Golovnaya contributes to national and regional grids, benefiting Tajikistan and its neighbouring countries. He emphasized that ADB’s support enhances regional energy security and fosters inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
The original project, approved by ADB in 2013, provided a $136mn grant to replace five of the plant's six power generation units. It also included the rehabilitation of switchyards at Golovnaya, the Vose substation's modernisation, and the Rudaki substation's construction along with a transmission line connecting Rudaki and Vose substations in southern Tajikistan.
With the ongoing modernization, the installed capacity of the Golovnaya hydropower plant is expected to increase from 240 megawatts in 2012 to 274 megawatts by 2026. This upgrade will significantly enhance the reliability and stability of Tajikistan's energy supply.
Tajikistan has been a member of ADB since 1998. Over the past 26 years, ADB has provided more than $2.6bn in assistance to the country, including over $2bn in grants. The bank's support has spanned multiple sectors, including strategic road and energy infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, urban development, public sector management, and finance.
ADB, established in 1966 and owned by 68 members (49 from the region), is dedicated to fostering a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific. The bank continues its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty and support regional development.
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