Kazakhstan has allocated more than KZT 2.8bn ($5.4mn) from its reserve fund to complete the reconstruction and modernization of the heating networks in the city of Zhezqazghan, following instructions from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to ensure reliable heat supply and energy infrastructure nationwide.
A resolution authorizing the funding was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The move addresses longstanding concerns over the deterioration of the city’s heating infrastructure, which spans 388 kilometers and suffers from a depreciation rate of 56.6%.
Due to aging infrastructure, Zhezqazghan experiences heat loss levels of up to 40% during the winter season, hampering the ability to provide consistent heating to residential buildings and public institutions. The inefficiency also prevents the connection of new facilities to the centralized system, further limiting urban development.
The reconstruction project has been updated to reflect the city's growing needs. With the expansion of Zhezqazghan and ongoing construction in the Western District, the modernization plan now includes increasing the pipe diameter from 800 mm to 1000 mm and extending the reconstruction length from 11.4 km to 12.3 km.
The newly allocated funds will enable the full completion of the project, ensuring that the city’s heating network is prepared to meet demand in the upcoming winter season. Zhezqazghan is home to over 98,000 residents.
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