15:09, 24 декабря 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , Aizada KUTUEVA
The construction of 17 small hydropower plants is planned for 2026, and 19 new hydropower plants in 2027. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev said at a session of the Zhogorku Kenesh.
According to him, total energy production was increased to 117.8 megawatts in 2024.
«Eight small hydropower plants with a total capacity of 48.8 megawatts have been commissioned, and nine small hydropower plants with a total capacity of 49 megawatts will be commissioned in 2025. The Toktogul hydropower plant (1,440 megawatts) has been modernized, and the hydroelectric units of Tash-Kurgan hydropower plant are being upgraded. New small hydroelectric power plants are being built, including Kambar-Ata-1, ensuring the country’s energy independence,» the Cabinet Chairman said, adding that energy companies purchased equipment with their own funds: 129 units last year and 141 in 2025.
He emphasized that the construction of Kambar-Ata-1 will lead Kyrgyzstan to energy independence and create a solid foundation for future generations.