The U.S. government, through USAID’s Power Central Asia activity, has provided Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Energy with a Light Detection and Ranging unit. This advanced technology will offer accurate wind measurements that are crucial for the development of the country’s renewable energy projects and attracting investment. Minister of Energy Taalaibek Ibrayev noted that this equipment will improve the effective use of renewable energy sources, financial forecasts, and speed up the implementation of wind farms and wind energy in Kyrgyzstan.
During the handover ceremony, it was announced that the USAID Power Central Asia activity has trained local technical staff to operate the wind measurement equipment. This training aims to ensure that future wind projects in Kyrgyzstan are strategically located and implemented with precision for maximum efficiency. As stated by USAID/Kyrgyz Republic Mission Director, Kaya Adams, ensuring efficiency in wind projects is vital for making informed investment decisions that will shape the country’s energy future sustainably.
The USAID Power Central Asia activity is a five-year regional energy initiative focused on enhancing the energy sectors of Central Asia. The initiative aims to introduce competitive methods for producing clean energy, increase energy security through enhanced regional connectivity, and expand cross-border electricity trade. Since its launch in 2020, USAID’s Power Central Asia has attracted $2.2 billion in clean energy investments and facilitated the installation of 2,241 Megawatts of clean energy capacity across the region.