Stakeholders Discussion on Green Transition in Kyrgyzstan
Stakeholders Discussion on Green Transition in Kyrgyzstan
Stakeholders Discussion on Green Transition in Kyrgyzstan
On 19 May 2024, the Bulan Institute and Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov officially launched a solar energy initiative in Kyrgyzstan. To mark the occasion, a high-level roundtable discussion on Kyrgyzstan’s renewable energy transition was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University (KSTU) named after I. Razzakov. The event gathered over 50 participants, including representatives from key government bodies such as the Ministry of Energy and the National Electric Grid, as well as professionals from EnergoProekt, OSCE, UNDP, and energy companies including OJSC "Electric Stations", "Chakan HPP", and "Kyrgyz Industry". The forum also welcomed development partners and experts from GIZ and the Bulan Institute, among others.
On 19 May 2024, the Bulan Institute and Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov officially launched a solar energy initiative in Kyrgyzstan. To mark the occasion, a high-level roundtable discussion on Kyrgyzstan’s renewable energy transition was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University (KSTU) named after I. Razzakov. The event gathered over 50 participants, including representatives from key government bodies such as the Ministry of Energy and the National Electric Grid, as well as professionals from EnergoProekt, OSCE, UNDP, and energy companies including OJSC "Electric Stations", "Chakan HPP", and "Kyrgyz Industry". The forum also welcomed development partners and experts from GIZ and the Bulan Institute, among others.
On 19 May 2024, the Bulan Institute and Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov officially launched a solar energy initiative in Kyrgyzstan. To mark the occasion, a high-level roundtable discussion on Kyrgyzstan’s renewable energy transition was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University (KSTU) named after I. Razzakov. The event gathered over 50 participants, including representatives from key government bodies such as the Ministry of Energy and the National Electric Grid, as well as professionals from EnergoProekt, OSCE, UNDP, and energy companies including OJSC "Electric Stations", "Chakan HPP", and "Kyrgyz Industry". The forum also welcomed development partners and experts from GIZ and the Bulan Institute, among others.
The discussion opened with a plenary session moderated by Mr. Almazbek Arzybayev, Vice-Rector for Scientific Work at KSTU. In her opening remarks, Her Excellency Dinara Kemelova, Ambassador and Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the Development of Mountain Regions, emphasized the growing urgency of expanding renewable energy access in remote and mountainous areas. She framed the energy transition not only as an environmental imperative, but as a strategic development pathway to reduce energy poverty and stimulate local economies.
The discussion opened with a plenary session moderated by Mr. Almazbek Arzybayev, Vice-Rector for Scientific Work at KSTU. In her opening remarks, Her Excellency Dinara Kemelova, Ambassador and Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the Development of Mountain Regions, emphasized the growing urgency of expanding renewable energy access in remote and mountainous areas. She framed the energy transition not only as an environmental imperative, but as a strategic development pathway to reduce energy poverty and stimulate local economies.
The discussion opened with a plenary session moderated by Mr. Almazbek Arzybayev, Vice-Rector for Scientific Work at KSTU. In her opening remarks, Her Excellency Dinara Kemelova, Ambassador and Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the Development of Mountain Regions, emphasized the growing urgency of expanding renewable energy access in remote and mountainous areas. She framed the energy transition not only as an environmental imperative, but as a strategic development pathway to reduce energy poverty and stimulate local economies.
Mr. Emilbek Ysmanov, First Deputy Minister of Energy, spoke about the government’s increasing focus on solar energy projects across several regions, including Issyk-Kul, Naryn, and Chuy. He underlined the lack of local technical expertise as a pressing constraint, making capacity-building a national priority. His remarks underscored the strategic importance of this project in laying the groundwork for a skilled solar workforce.
Mr. Emilbek Ysmanov, First Deputy Minister of Energy, spoke about the government’s increasing focus on solar energy projects across several regions, including Issyk-Kul, Naryn, and Chuy. He underlined the lack of local technical expertise as a pressing constraint, making capacity-building a national priority. His remarks underscored the strategic importance of this project in laying the groundwork for a skilled solar workforce.
Mr. Emilbek Ysmanov, First Deputy Minister of Energy, spoke about the government’s increasing focus on solar energy projects across several regions, including Issyk-Kul, Naryn, and Chuy. He underlined the lack of local technical expertise as a pressing constraint, making capacity-building a national priority. His remarks underscored the strategic importance of this project in laying the groundwork for a skilled solar workforce.
His Excellency Nicolas Faye, Ambassador of France to Kyrgyzstan, extended appreciation to the OSCE for catalyzing international cooperation and ensuring that solar energy initiatives deliver tangible benefits at the community level. This was followed by opening remarks from Ms. Giulia Manconi, Senior Energy Security Adviser at the OSCE Secretariat, who elaborated on OSCE’s regional portfolio in energy security. She detailed initiatives supporting women in energy, curriculum development in Central Asian universities, and the promotion of sustainable technologies, indicating that the Solar Skills Development Project aligns well with OSCE’s long-term strategic goals. Ms. Manconi stated that the solar energy project will enhance green energy transition in the region and wished success for upcoming trainings.
His Excellency Nicolas Faye, Ambassador of France to Kyrgyzstan, extended appreciation to the OSCE for catalyzing international cooperation and ensuring that solar energy initiatives deliver tangible benefits at the community level. This was followed by opening remarks from Ms. Giulia Manconi, Senior Energy Security Adviser at the OSCE Secretariat, who elaborated on OSCE’s regional portfolio in energy security. She detailed initiatives supporting women in energy, curriculum development in Central Asian universities, and the promotion of sustainable technologies, indicating that the Solar Skills Development Project aligns well with OSCE’s long-term strategic goals. Ms. Manconi stated that the solar energy project will enhance green energy transition in the region and wished success for upcoming trainings.
His Excellency Nicolas Faye, Ambassador of France to Kyrgyzstan, extended appreciation to the OSCE for catalyzing international cooperation and ensuring that solar energy initiatives deliver tangible benefits at the community level. This was followed by opening remarks from Ms. Giulia Manconi, Senior Energy Security Adviser at the OSCE Secretariat, who elaborated on OSCE’s regional portfolio in energy security. She detailed initiatives supporting women in energy, curriculum development in Central Asian universities, and the promotion of sustainable technologies, indicating that the Solar Skills Development Project aligns well with OSCE’s long-term strategic goals. Ms. Manconi stated that the solar energy project will enhance green energy transition in the region and wished success for upcoming trainings.
Ms. Cholpon Orozobekova, Director of the Bulan Institute in Geneva, closed the opening session with a forward-looking perspective. She emphasized that the project’s ultimate aim is not merely technical training, but the empowerment of hundreds of local specialists who will be critical actors in Kyrgyzstan’s clean energy transition. Then, two thematic sessions that followed delved into both the opportunities and the systemic challenges associated with renewable energy integration.
Ms. Cholpon Orozobekova, Director of the Bulan Institute in Geneva, closed the opening session with a forward-looking perspective. She emphasized that the project’s ultimate aim is not merely technical training, but the empowerment of hundreds of local specialists who will be critical actors in Kyrgyzstan’s clean energy transition. Then, two thematic sessions that followed delved into both the opportunities and the systemic challenges associated with renewable energy integration.
Ms. Cholpon Orozobekova, Director of the Bulan Institute in Geneva, closed the opening session with a forward-looking perspective. She emphasized that the project’s ultimate aim is not merely technical training, but the empowerment of hundreds of local specialists who will be critical actors in Kyrgyzstan’s clean energy transition. Then, two thematic sessions that followed delved into both the opportunities and the systemic challenges associated with renewable energy integration.
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