An Arab Company Will Build a Large Wind Power Plant in Navoi, Capable of Fully Supplying Electricity to a Large City

The Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan and Masdar, a company from the United Arab Emirates, have signed a contract to construct a 1000 MW wind power plant in the Uchkuduk district of Navoi region. This project not only marks a new phase in the cooperation between the two countries but also will have a significant impact on the energy and environmental landscape of Uzbekistan.

Scale and Prospects of the Project

The new 1000 MW power plant will have the capacity to fully supply electricity to a large city, representing a substantial contribution to the country’s energy security. During the construction phase, the project is expected to create between 600 and 800 new jobs, which will positively impact the regional economy and attract qualified personnel.

The plant is expected to generate 3.5 billion kWh of electricity annually, saving approximately 1 billion cubic meters of natural gas. This is particularly important given the growing focus on resource conservation and reducing reliance on traditional energy sources.

Environmental Benefits and Conservation of Natural Resources

The construction of this wind power plant holds not only economic but also environmental value. By operating on renewable sources, the project will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 1.4 million tons annually, making a significant contribution to environmental protection and improving air quality. The project supports both national and international goals for reducing harmful emissions, aiding Uzbekistan in achieving targets outlined in the Paris Agreement.

Masdar has already established itself as a reliable and strategic partner for Uzbekistan. To date, several large-scale projects have been implemented in partnership with this company, totaling a combined capacity of 1497 MW. Among them are a 500 MW wind power plant in Zarafshan and multiple solar photovoltaic plants in various regions of the country: 100 MW in Karmana, 220 MW in Gallaorol, 220 MW in Kattakurgan, and 457 MW in Sherabad. Additionally, photovoltaic plants are under construction in Bukhara region (250 MW) and Kashkadarya region (300 MW).