Renewable Energy Projects in Abai Region Reach 159.7 MW Capacity

The Abai region is actively advancing in the field of renewable energy sources (RES), capitalizing on the area’s natural potential for wind and solar power.

Currently, the region hosts 8 renewable energy facilities with a combined installed capacity of 159.7 MW.

These include:

• 7 wind farms totaling 129.7 MW;
• 1 solar power plant with a capacity of 30 MW.

Wind energy holds a special place in the region's energy strategy. The largest facility is the 'Abai-1' wind farm, boasting a capacity of 100 MW and located in the Ayagoz district.

Additionally, wind energy sites such as ‘Vind Charsk,’ ‘WES-Charsk,’ ‘Charsk Wind,’ DES Consulting, Ventum Energy, and EastWindEnergy operate in the region.

Solar energy is represented by the 'Zhangiz Solar' power plant, which has a capacity of 30 MW and is situated in the Zharmen district.

Furthermore, efforts continue in the region to explore and implement new projects in both wind and solar energy sectors, providing additional opportunities for the expansion of the region's green energy initiatives.

The Territorial Department of the State Energy Supervision and Control Committee, under the Ministry of Energy for the Abai region, conducts state energy supervision and ensures compliance with the electricity legislation.

reports ЖКХ24, citing the website of the Energy and Housing and Communal Services Department of the Abai region.

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