February 10, Tashkent, Uzbekistan - Uzbekistan is targeting 50% green energy by 2030, expanding both nuclear and renewable capacity to meet rising electricity demand.
Currently, 16% of Uzbekistan's energy comes from green sources, with 4 gigawatts of alternative energy introduced recently.
Plans include adding 25 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity over the next five years, generating 64 billion kilowatt-hours.
The country possesses uranium reserves and is developing small modular reactors for nuclear power.
A major international conference on nuclear energy was held in Samarkand on December 5, 2024.
President Mirziyoyev emphasized training specialists and adhering to IAEA safety standards.