Can a concentrated solar power system work in Turkmenistan?

Under high solar radiation conditions, like Turkmenistan, the concentrated solar power may be able to generate electricity at costs below 5-6 cents per kWh. Our technical experts are considering a design to operate primarily at night, with more than 9 to 10 hours of storage.

Could Turkmenistan become a leader in solar energy in Central Asia?

Turkmenistan could become a leader in solar energy in Central Asia with an innovative new program underway. Photo: Anders Jacobsen

Could Turkmenistan be a power source for Central Asia?

Turkmenistan has vast land mass and technically could be the power source for the entire central Asian region but this time with power from solar not just from gas. Concentrated solar power is an approach to generating electricity in which mirrors are used to reflect, concentrate, and focus sunlight onto a specific point.

How long can a solar energy storage system last?

Today many projects use a battery energy storage system with 1 to 4 hours of storage capacity to stabilize the variable output from solar panels during the day and shift this power to night-time for about 5-10 cents per kWh. Battery plus solar panel are most suitable option for storing electricity for 1 to 4 hours.

Why is Uzbekistan a good place to invest in solar energy?

Today Uzbekistan holds the record in solar price auctions in the region and climate change actions are big agenda items. Countries understand the nature of fossil fuels—82% of today’s coal, 49% of gas, and 33% oil must remain underground if we want to meet the 2°C target.