Power Shift: China’s Role in Central Asia’s Renewable Energy Transformation

October 28, 2024

Even though the five countries in Central Asia are among the world’s largest fossil fuel producers, the region faces chronic electricity shortages due to a lack of refining capacity. The energy crunch is further compounded by a reluctance to become overly dependent on Russian fuel.

To solve both problems, several Central Asian governments are looking to source renewable energy technology from China. While wind and solar still account for a small share of Central Asia’s total energy production, that may soon change as more affordable Chinese green tech enters the market.

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