Kyrgyzstan and the United Kingdom have launched a joint initiative aimed at improving the investment climate in the renewable energy sector. The project is supported by the UK Foreign Office’s Green Cities, Infrastructure and Energy Expertise Centre (GCIE), according to a statement from the British Embassy in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by Economist.kg.
Running from July to December 2025, the project will introduce a new methodology to help Kyrgyz authorities assess the scale of government guarantees for potential investors in renewable energy and forecast related fiscal obligations. It also includes training sessions for public officials on using the new model.
According to the Embassy, Kyrgyzstan’s energy system is increasingly vulnerable due to aging infrastructure—especially outdated hydropower plants—which are susceptible to climate-related risks. As a result, the country faces growing electricity shortages and is forced to import power.
To address these challenges, the government plans to diversify energy generation, aiming to raise the share of renewables to at least 10% by 2027. With strong potential in solar, wind, and small hydropower, as well as opportunities to export electricity through the CASA-1000 project, Kyrgyzstan has the capacity to become a regional leader in green energy. However, unclear government guarantee mechanisms remain a barrier to attracting private investment.
The UK-backed project is expected to enhance transparency, improve fiscal risk assessments, and help create more favorable conditions for private investment in clean energy.
“This collaboration is a strong example of how British expertise can support Kyrgyzstan in building a sustainable and investment-ready renewable energy sector,” said UK Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Nicholas Bowler.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
August 7, 2025