Central Asia launches energy project without Russia's participation
As part of the initiative REMIT (Regional Energy Market Integration) The countries of the region are planning to unite their energy systems to increase supply stability and reduce dependence on external players, in particular Russia.
The project is implemented with the support of World Bank and is designed for 10 years. The total budget of the initiative exceeds $1 billion, of which $143 million already financed at the start-up stage.
How REMIT will work
The plan envisages combining different types of generation into a single system:
hydropower Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan
thermal generation, as well as solar and wind power plants Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan і Uzbekistan
This approach will help to balance seasonal fluctuations: hydropower during periods of high water availability, solar and wind power during peak generation periods, and thermal power plants to stabilise the grid.
Why it matters
Analysts note that the launch of REMIT is a strategic step for the region, The market has historically been tied to Russia's energy infrastructure. Formation of its own integrated market:
Reduces political and economic risks
Increases energy security
Paves the way for a green transformation
The project is also in line with global trends in decarbonisation and the development of renewable energy sources.
Context.
After Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, Central Asian countries are more actively seeking alternative models of cooperation, The country is trying to diversify its economic and infrastructure ties. Energy has become one of the key areas of this reformatting.
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