The Committee for the Regulation of Natural Monopolies under the Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan (CRNM) and its regional divisions are inviting public associations to participate in the review of tariff schedule execution and investment program reports submitted by natural monopoly entities. Currently under review are the reports for the year 2025, which have been posted on the 'Monopolist Database' web portal and are publicly accessible.

According to subparagraph 3) of Article 29 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan 'On Natural Monopolies', public associations are entitled to partake in the review process of tariff projects and investment programs by authorized bodies, as well as in the evaluation of these programs' execution reports and tariff schedules, adherence to quality and reliability standards of regulated services, and the achievement of performance efficiency indicators by the natural monopoly entities.

The CRNM and its regional divisions announce the opportunity for public associations to engage in the report review until July 1, 2026, and welcome any suggestions or comments regarding the reports.

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The sewage system is a key element of housing and communal infrastructure, ensuring sanitary safety, environmental sustainability, and comfort for the population. In the context of urban growth and modernization of the utility sector, issues of effective waste water removal and treatment acquire strategic importance.

As part of the implementation of the National Project for the modernization of the energy and utility sectors in the Republic of Kazakhstan, measures are planned for:

• Reconstruction and construction of sewage networks;
• Modernization of treatment facilities;
• Introduction of digital solutions;
• Reduction of wear and accident rates.

According to the current legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, sewage refers to a complex of technologically linked processes aimed at the removal and treatment of waste water.

The effective operation of sewage systems ensures:

• Sanitary and epidemiological safety;
• Environmental protection;
• Reliability of urban infrastructure;
• Quality of life for the population.

Currently, in a number of regions, problems persist with network wear, insufficient capacity of treatment facilities, and low levels of automation. In general, the country plans to modernize about 2.8 thousand km of sewage networks, which will improve the reliability and efficiency of the sector.

reported by ЖКХ24 referencing the Website of the Committee for Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Ministry of Industry and Social Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

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