Kazakhstan targets electricity surplus by 2029

ASTANA. Oct 28 (Interfax) - Kazakhstan expects to achieve a surplus in electricity generation by 2029, Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov said.

A total of 68 power projects are slated for implementation across the country by 2029, adding 6.7 GW in new capacity, he said.

"By 2029, we plan to fully meet domestic electricity demand and ensure a surplus in the national power grid, which will also boost Kazakhstan's export potential," Akkenzhenov said at a government meeting on Tuesday.

It was previously reported that an electricity shortage of 0.9 GW is expected during the 2025-2026 autumn-winter period. The deficit will be covered through electricity imports from Russia and Uzbekistan.