UNDP held a workshop on green energy in Turkmenistan

The United Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe organized a two-day workshop on sustainable energy transition and renewable energy development in Ashgabat. The event was held on September 4-5 as part of a joint program to support policy development and strengthen national capacities in the field of green energy transition. Arzuw.news reports citing a source.

The seminar was attended by representatives of relevant ministries, departments, academic community and organizations of the energy sector of Turkmenistan.

Participants explored global renewable energy trends. According to the International Energy Agency, renewable energy sources will account for more than 30% of global electricity production in 2024.

Experts noted Turkmenistan's high potential in the field of solar energy. The country receives 2,500-3,000 hours of sunshine per year, which is one of the highest figures in Central Asia.

The workshop explored opportunities for financing renewable energy projects through green bonds, climate funds and public-private partnerships. Participants discussed practical tools for assessing renewable energy and hydrogen prospects, project development and integration of energy storage systems.

Special attention was paid to the issues of methane emissions and improvement of the legal framework to reduce the carbon footprint of the oil and gas industry.

At the end of the event, participants received certificates and training materials for use in the implementation of the national energy policy. The program is funded by the Joint Fund for Sustainable Development Goals and is aimed at strengthening Turkmenistan's capacity to transition to green energy.