Energy transition in Central Asia: Insights from The Smarter E Podcast
Between fossil traditions and renewable opportunities: Central Asia at the crossroad of energy transition
In this episode of The smarter E Podcast, host Zackes Brustik speaks with Elena Metzger, Project Manager for the German-Kazakh and German-Uzbek Energy Dialogues, about the enormous energy potential of Central Asia.
The region, consisting of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan, rarely takes the spotlight in international energy debates – yet it has abundant sun, wind, and water resources. At the same time, fossil fuels continue to dominate the countries’ energy policies. Which strategies and investment programs are driving the transition, and how can renewable energy be used sustainably?
International partnerships play a crucial role: they facilitate knowledge exchange, support investments, and help overcome regulatory and infrastructure challenges.
This episode explores opportunities, challenges, and the central question: how can partnerships on an equal footing accelerate the expansion of renewable energy in Central Asia and make the region a key player in the global energy transition?
Original source: The Smarter E Podcast
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