The heating season in the northern and eastern regions of Kazakhstan is expected to start by October 1. Preparations for the autumn-winter period were discussed at a Government meeting, where Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov reported on the current progress and fuel reserves at energy facilities.

“The heating season began on September 14 in the Pavlodar region. It is expected to start in the northern and eastern regions by October 1, depending on weather conditions,” stated Yerlan Akkenzhenov.

For the passage through the autumn-winter period, fuel reserves have been established at the stations: 4.9 million tons of coal and 127 thousand tons of fuel oil, along with necessary startup equipment. Repairs are being carried out on schedule: 4 power units, 30 boilers, and 19 turbines have been prepared. Modernization of 17,000 km of power lines has been completed, and work on nine substations is being finalized.

Currently, the readiness of national heating networks is estimated at 97% – out of the 377 km of planned routes, 366 km have been repaired. Authorities are monitoring the facilities in the regions of Ulytau, Abay, as well as in the North Kazakhstan and Akmola regions. In the city of Satpayev, the reconstruction of the thermal main has been completed, and the networks are undergoing flushing and pressure testing. In Petropavl, the readiness of the mains is at 95%, with work expected to conclude by the end of the week. In Stepnogorsk, readiness has reached 76%, with a completion date of September 25. In Semey, the plan completion across three projects is 70%, with the delivery of pumps and heat exchangers expected by September 26.

reports ЖКХ24, citing the Ministry of Energy website.

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Employees of the Energy and Utilities Department of Kostanay Region took part in the "Taza Kazakhstan" environmental campaign and the regional community cleanup. This initiative aims to enhance environmental conditions and improve territorial landscaping.

Reported by Utility News 24, citing the Energy and Utilities Department of Kostanay Region.

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