Tajikistan has taken a step toward advancing its renewable energy sector by signing a protocol with South Korea to construct the country’s first MW-scale solar power plants. These projects aim to address the critical power shortages in the Sughd region and the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO), marking a transformative phase in Tajikistan’s energy infrastructure.
The agreement, facilitated through Korea’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) program, involves the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan and the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT). Under the protocol, two solar power plants with a capacity of 3 MW each, accompanied by energy storage systems (ESS) with a capacity of 0.5 MW, will be built—one in the Sughd region and the other in GBAO.
The solar power plants are not only designed to provide a stable electricity supply but also to lay the foundation for Tajikistan’s renewable energy development. The construction, set to begin in 2024, will leverage advanced Korean technology to enhance energy independence in the region.
“This initiative is an essential milestone for expanding collaboration with Central Asia beyond renewable energy into supply chain and manufacturing industries. It reflects Korea’s commitment to fostering sustainable partnerships with the region,” Min Byung-joo, President of KIAT stated.
The solar power facilities are expected to bring tangible benefits to local communities by improving access to electricity, particularly in regions struggling with inconsistent power supply. Additionally, the energy storage systems will ensure a more reliable and efficient energy distribution.
The agreement was formalized in Dushanbe, where Tajikistan’s Minister of Energy and Water Resources, Daler Juma, and KIAT’s Director General of Industrial Technology, Lim Byung Hyuk, signed the protocol.
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