Will Tajikistan encourage electric vehicles in Dushanbe?

Tajikistan is encouraging the use of electric vehicles, particularly in Dushanbe. This will require a significant increase in charging and monitoring stations. IEA: Tajikistan 2022 - Energy Sector Review

How many electric vehicle charging stations are planned in Dushanbe?

In all, more than 500 electric vehicle charging stations are planned to be established in Dushanbe. Recall, about 230 million somonis (US$21 million) are expected to be allocated within the next five years for development of electric transport in the country.

Does Tajikistan need solar power?

The government is actively seeking support for development of solar power, noting that the country has an average of 300 sunny days per year, with mountain terrain unsuitable for farming allowing space for solar farms. Tajikistan is encouraging the use of electric vehicles, particularly in Dushanbe.

How much power does Tajikistan have?

According to the World Bank, Tajikistan’s power production is 92 percent hydropower, six percent hydrocarbon, and two percent from other sources. Tajikistan’s hydropower potential is estimated at 527 billion kWh per year, which exceeds the existing electricity consumption of the countries of Central Asia by 300%.

What is Tajikistan's hydropower potential?

Tajikistan’s hydropower potential is estimated at 527 billion kWh per year, which exceeds the existing electricity consumption of the countries of Central Asia by 300%. The country’s largest project is the Roghun Dam Hydropower Plant project, which when completed is estimated to produce 3600 Megawatts of energy.

Can Tajikistan become a net energy exporter?

The Government of Tajikistan aims to transform itself from a net energy importer to a net energy exporter, on the strength of its potential for hydropower and solar power production. According to the World Bank, Tajikistan’s power production is 92 percent hydropower, six percent hydrocarbon, and two percent from other sources.