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Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, the Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan, shared plans and measures being taken to prepare the country for the winter season. This year, the focus is on ensuring stable supplies of energy and fuel, as well as taking into account the lessons learned from previous seasons.
Winter Preparation
During a discussion on the “Lolazor” podcast, Mirzamakhmudov emphasized that Uzbekistan’s energy system faces serious challenges not only in winter but also in summer, when high temperatures lead to increased electricity consumption. He noted that this trend is observed not only in Uzbekistan but also in other countries, such as Russia, where, despite a stable energy system, some regions faced restrictions this summer.
The Minister pointed out that this year, preparation for winter started particularly early, following the President’s order to address previous shortcomings and take steps to improve the reliability of the energy infrastructure.
“We have paid special attention to all aspects of the energy sector, from gas production and transportation to its distribution and generation. Last year, the main problem was insufficient generation, which led to a shortage of resources to meet the growing demand,” Mirzamakhmudov said.
Increased Gas Reserves and New Capacities
One of the key steps taken to ensure stability during the winter period has been a significant increase in energy generation. This year, special attention has been paid to the development of renewable energy sources, which has helped improve the overall energy supply situation.
“At present, more than 5.1 billion cubic meters of gas have been injected into underground storage, which is almost a billion cubic meters more than last year,” the Minister noted. This means that Uzbekistan is in a better position compared to previous years, and the authorities are taking all necessary measures to ensure the country successfully navigates through the cold months.
Lessons from the Past and Future Development
This year’s winter preparation is based on past experience, when the lack of capacities and fuel created serious challenges for the energy system. The additional generating capacities introduced this year have significantly reduced the risks of resource shortages.
According to Mirzamakhmudov, the government’s goal is not only short-term preparation for winter but also the creation of a sustainable energy system in the long term.
The Minister assured that the steps taken will provide sufficient fuel reserves and stable energy supply.
Editor’s Note: We hope that these are not just words and that the preparation described by the Minister will indeed allow Uzbekistan to successfully get through the autumn and winter period.
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