Wind energy expansion in Zhambyl Region: Plans to construct two massive 2 Gigawatt wind power plants announced.
Wind Energy Boom in Kazakhstan's Zhambyl Region
Get ready for a gust of green energy in Kazakhstan's Zhambyl Region! Governor Yerbol Karashukeyev announced the construction of two massive wind power plants, each boasting a capacity of a jaw-dropping 1 gigawatt (GW)! This exciting news was shared by the regional administration's press service.
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Currently, the region is making waves in six areas, focusing on energy efficiency and conservation. With 22 renewable energy sources under its belt, the region powers up to a total capacity of 571.3 megawatts (MW). These energy giants include six hydroelectric, ten wind, and six solar power plants.
Prepare for some major changes in the near future, as the Masdar company from the United Arab Emirates will be constructing a 1 GW wind power plant in the Sarysu and Talas districts. The projected cost of this monstrous project is a cool 742 billion tenge (US$1.4 billion), and construction is set to begin in 2026, with the wind farms expected to launch in 2029.
Another 1 GW wind project is in the works in the Moiynkum district. Total Eren is footing the bill for this venture, investing one trillion tenge (US$1.9 billion), and securing 52,000 hectares of land. Keep your eyes peeled for the commissioning of this project, scheduled for 2028.
Last year saw the commissioning of the 100 MW Shokpar wind power plant in the Sarysu district. The AEC ASA solar power plant in the Zhambyl district also expanded its capacity by 20 MW.
So, hold onto your hats, because the wind energy revolution is coming to the Zhambyl Region, and these transformative projects are sure to blow you away!
Note: As of now, there's no official confirmation about these specific 1 GW wind power projects involving Masdar or Total Eren from official Kazakhstan energy sources. These projects might still be in the pre-construction phases or awaiting public disclosure. For the latest updates, it's best to follow announcements from Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy or project developers like Masdar and Total Eren. While there's no direct mention of these projects in Kazakhstan, Masdar's regional focus on Central Asian wind energy development and Total Eren's involvement in large-scale renewable energy projects worldwide indicate their potential interest in Kazakhstan's wind energy sector.
Sources:
- regional administration's press service
- gov.kz
- Uzbekistan's Navoi Wind Farm – [Link]
- Total Eren's Recent Solar Collaborations – [Link]
- The upcoming wind power plants in Zhambyl Region, each with a capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW), will contribute significantly to Kazakhstan's renewable-energy industry, projected to launch in 2029.
- The Masdar company, a key player in renewable energy, plans to invest in a 1 GW wind power plant in the Sarysu and Talas districts, as part of their expansion into Central Asia's environmental-science sector.
- In 2028, the 1 GW wind project in the Moiynkum district, backed by Total Eren, is expected to plot its course in the realm of finance, securing a capacity almost equivalent to the current combined total of Zhambyl Region's renewable energy sources.
- Amidst the wind energy boom in Zhambyl Region, the commissioning of the 100 MW Shokpar wind power plant in the Sarysu district last year demonstrates a commitment to conservation and science.
- With the ASA solar power plant in the Zhambyl district expanding its capacity by 20 MW, it becomes increasingly clear that the future of the region's energy sector is tied to the driving forces of science, finance, and the environment.
