The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan has outlined targets for 2025 at an extended board meeting in the capital, aiming to increase oil production to 96.2mn tons, driven by the Tengiz field expansion and ongoing development at Karachaganak, Kalamkas-Sea, and Khazar. Additionally, the share of Kazakhstani content in subsoil user purchases is set to rise from 61.9% to 62%.
In the gas sector, production is set to grow from 59bn m³ in 2024 to 62.8bn m³ in 2025. To support domestic demand, new gas processing plants are under construction in Kashagan and Zhanaozen, while preparations continue for the launch of the Barkhannaya field in Zhambyl region. Kazakhstan is also advancing its gasification efforts, with new pipelines and distribution stations planned to expand access to natural gas.
Electricity generation in 2024 totaled 117.9bn kWh, with 6.4% (7.58bn kWh) coming from renewable sources. In 2025, the country will implement nine new renewable energy projects with a combined capacity of 455.5 MW, while also introducing 166 MW of new traditional power generation and upgrading heating networks.
Minister of Energy Almassadam Satkaliyev emphasized that despite challenges, Kazakhstan's energy sector demonstrated resilience in 2024. The country not only met but exceeded key production targets, laying the groundwork for long-term energy security.
"The past year has proven the sustainability of our energy sector. We have not only met our goals but also laid the foundation for transformative projects," Satkaliyev stated.
The petrochemical industry remains a priority, with production set to increase from 540,000 tons in 2024 to 550,000 tons in 2025. A key initiative includes the construction of a polyethylene plant in Atyrau with an annual capacity of 1.25mn tons. Additionally, a roadmap for 2024-2030 has been approved, focusing on new industrial projects and the introduction of mandatory motor oil labeling.
Digitalization will also play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency. In 2024, the Situation and Analysis Center (SAC) was launched, along with digital services for oil and gas distribution. In 2025, Kazakhstan will introduce AI-driven monitoring systems, a unified digital service for petroleum and gas distribution, and new transparency measures under the EnergyTech platform.
The extended board meeting was attended by First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar, senior government officials, members of Parliament, and leaders from major energy enterprises, including KEGOC, Samruk-Energy, QazaqGaz, KazMunayGas, and Kazatomprom.
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