Uzbekistan’s large-scale solar and wind power plants set a new daily electricity generation record on May 13, producing a combined 62.4mn kWh of electricity in 24 hours.
According to official figures, solar power plants generated 36mn kWh, while wind farms produced 26.4mn kWh. Together, renewable facilities accounted for 29% of the country’s total electricity generation for the day.
The new result exceeded the previous record by 10.4mn kWh, or 20%. The earlier highest result had been recorded on April 28, when renewable stations generated 52mn kWh in a single day.
Officials also said that when hydroelectric power generation is included, green energy sources accounted for 59% of Uzbekistan’s total electricity production as of 12:00 p.m. on May 13.
Uzbekistan has been rapidly expanding its renewable energy sector in recent years as part of efforts to diversify energy sources, reduce dependence on fossil fuels and meet growing electricity demand.
The country has launched several major solar and wind projects in cooperation with international investors and energy companies, particularly in regions with high solar radiation and wind potential.
Earlier, Uzbekistan said it aims to increase the share of renewable energy in electricity generation to 54% by 2030 through large-scale solar, wind and hydroelectric projects.
Uzbekistan has also attracted billions of dollars in foreign investment into green energy projects in recent years, including partnerships with companies from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, China and Europe.
