The ministry stated that the plan aims to increase the available capacity of the power grid, meet growing electricity demand, and simultaneously develop both conventional generation and renewable energy sources.
In which year is the Aktobe power plant scheduled in the plan?
According to the ministry, the addition of approximately 2 GW of conventional generation is planned for 2028 across eight projects: new combined-cycle gas turbine plants in Taraz, Atyrau, and Aktobe; unit 3 of Ekibastuz GRES-2; new boiler and turbine units at Karaganda Energy Center; boiler and turbine installations by Kazakhmys Energy at the Balkhash and Zhezkazgan CHPs; and the expansion and reconstruction of units at Aksu GRES.
Which projects are planned for commissioning in 2029?
According to the ministry, an addition of approximately 2.3 GW of conventional generation is planned for 2029. Projects include new turbine units and a boiler at Oskemen CHP, commissioning five gas turbines at Atyrau CHP, construction of two gas turbines by Batys Power, commissioning of CHPs in Kokshetau, Semey, and Oskemen, and commissioning of the first unit of Ekibastuz GRES-3.
What are the plans for renewable energy?
The ministry noted that plans call for commissioning 2.2 GW of renewable energy projects in 2028 and 2.8 GW in 2029. The ministry stated that with the delivery of major conventional and green energy projects, the power grid is projected to reach a stable surplus in 2029.
FAQ
Where does this information come from?
It comes from an 8 October report by Kazinform citing the Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan.
When is the Aktobe power plant scheduled to be commissioned?
The ministry's plan schedules it for commissioning in 2028.
How many new combined-cycle gas turbine plants are included in the plan?
The 2028 list includes three plants, located in Taraz, Atyrau, and Aktobe.
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When does the ministry project a power grid surplus?
The ministry projects that the power grid will reach a stable surplus in 2029.
Is this news related to China?
The ministry's announcement does not mention Chinese enterprises nor list contractors for the projects.
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Sources
- Kazinform, 8 October, citing the Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan: https://www.inform.kz/ru/novie-energomoshnosti-na43-gvt-vvedut-vkazahstane-zadva-goda-1d034106
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