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Will Uzbekistan fund a 250-megawatt solar photovoltaic plant?

TASHKENT, May 21, 2024 — The World Bank Group, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC (Masdar), and the Government of Uzbekistan have signed a financial package to fund a 250-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic plant with a 63-MW battery energy storage system (BESS).

How will Uzbekistan improve its energy security?

“This project will enhance Uzbekistan’s energy security through the use of innovative solutions and technologies,” noted Marco Mantovanelli, World Bank Country Manager for Uzbekistan.

Who will sell electricity to in Uzbekistan?

The project company is committed to selling electricity to the state-owned National Electric Grid of Uzbekistan JSC under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement for the project, including a 10-year operating term for the BESS component, signed by these two entities.

Where is Bess project located in Tashkent?

The PV plant and the BESS facility are situated 3.5 km apart, within Yuqorichirchik District and Parkent District respectively. Both districts are located within Tashkent Region. The overall project location lies about 20 km from Tashkent City.

Where is the PV plant located in Tashkent?

No constraints have been identified along the international transit corridor. The PV plant site is located along the 4R-12 district highway, which links feeder roads within the districts of Yukorichirchik, Parkent and Kibray to the ring road along the outskirts of Tashkent City. The single carriageway is paved and in good condition.

How deep is yangiyor-Tashkent gas pipeline?

Yangiyor-Tashkent gas pipeline, with a length of 201 km, depth of 0.8m to 1.5m below ground level and a diameter 1220mm. An existing OTL intersecting the southern portion of the site and running along the western boundary of the site. cultural heritage exploration area east of the site. 2 kilometres west of the site.