Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon has announced that the country will generate 100% of its electricity from green sources by 2032. President Rahmon made this declaration during the Third Voice of the Global South Summit, which was held virtually and chaired by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Currently, Tajikistan produces 98% of its electricity through hydropower, positioning it as one of the leading nations globally in renewable energy generation.
President Rahmon highlighted that Tajikistan ranks sixth worldwide in terms of green energy production as a percentage of total energy output.
"We have decided to increase the share to 100% by 2032, which means all electricity will be green and Tajikistan will become a green country by 2037," he stated.
The Third Voice of the Global South Summit brought together leaders and representatives from over 100 countries to discuss pressing global challenges such as climate change, population growth, food shortages, debt crises, inequality and conflicts. President Rahmon emphasized the severe impact of climate change on developing countries including Tajikistan where 93% of the land is mountainous. These regions are particularly susceptible to natural disasters like floods, mudslides and landslides which not only cause significant material damage but also claim lives.
In his address, Rahmon underlined the urgent need for collective action to mitigate these risks, adapt to the changing climate and ensure sustainable management of natural resources.
One of the most pressing environmental concerns for Tajikistan is the rapid melting of glaciers, which are crucial for the region's water supply. As reported by Daryo earlier, the country has already lost over 1,000 of its 13,000 glaciers in recent decades. These glaciers account for up to 60% of Central Asia’s water resources, making their conservation vital not just for Tajikistan but for the entire region. In response to this crisis, President Rahmon has been a vocal advocate for international action, leading to the UN General Assembly's decision to declare 2025 the International Year of Glacier Conservation. Additionally, March 21 will be observed as World Glacier Day starting next year, with Tajikistan hosting the International High-Level Conference on Glacier Conservation in 2025.
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