Kazakhstan Shares Renewable Energy Vision at IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi
Kazakhstan Shines as Global Renewable Energy Investment Magnet
The High-Level Dialogue on Accelerated Partnership for Renewable Energy in Central Asia, held during the 15th session of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly in Abu Dhabi, showcased Kazakhstan’s impressive portfolio of 153 renewable energy facilities with a total capacity of 3,032 MW.
Representing Kazakhstan at the event, Zhaslan Kasenov, the director of the Renewable Energy Sources Department of the Ministry of Energy, emphasized the country’s strong commitment to green energy development. He highlighted Kazakhstan’s ambitious growth plans and investor-friendly policies, including partnerships with Europe, China, and the Middle East.
Kasenov reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s leadership in the region’s energy transition, outlining the country’s goals to generate 15% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030 and an even more ambitious target of 50% by 2050. These targets align with global sustainability efforts and position Kazakhstan as a trailblazer in combating climate change in Central Asia.
In addition to the environmental benefits, Kasenov noted that renewable energy development in Kazakhstan is driving significant economic and social advantages. The sector is creating jobs, reducing dependency on fossil fuels, and enhancing energy security, boosting the domestic economy and solidifying Kazakhstan’s reputation as a forward-thinking sustainability leader.
The dialogue, moderated by journalist Melinda Crane, brought together regional energy leaders to discuss diversifying Central Asia’s energy mix for sustainable economic growth. Launched at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), this partnership aims to build a sustainable energy framework for the region.
IRENA’s Director-General Francesco La Camera emphasized the critical role of Central Asia in the global energy transition, noting the region’s abundant natural resources and potential to lead the way in renewable energy.
The IRENA Assembly, as the first international energy meeting of 2025, convened 170 member states, ministers, development banks, CEOs, and youth leaders to discuss key topics such as tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030, enhancing climate ambitions through Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 3.0), and unlocking innovative financial flows for emerging economies.
Kazakhstan’s success in renewable energy development and its commitment to sustainability position the country as an attractive destination for global investors and a key player in the transition to a greener future.
