The Ministry of energy of Turkmenistan continues to work on the use of renewable energy sources. The research and production center at the State Energy Institute conducts research on the use of solar and wind energy in the area of the Turkmen lake “Altyn Asyr". Based on the results of the research, an action plan has already been drawn up. This was announced at the Government meeting by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Charymyrat Purchekov.
As part of the project, it is planned to install 11 4.3 megawatt solar-powered power plants in remote localities.
President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov stated that the natural and climatic conditions of our country are favorable for the widespread use of renewable energy, noting that the existing potential in this area should be increased, taking into account the economic and social feasibility of environmentally friendly power plants.
Russian specialists have extensive experience in implementing modern power plants, the head of state said, stressing that the implementation of this large-scale project will ensure uninterrupted power supply to remote localities of the country.
Having approved the submitted proposals, the President of Turkmenistan demanded to ensure a thorough technical examination of these projects and a comprehensive analysis from an environmental point of view. Noting that the priority of the state policy is to create the most favorable living environment that meets high standards of ecology and safety, the President gave the Deputy Prime Minister a number of instructions to implement the plans, the state news Agency of Turkmenistan reports.
