The Eurasian Climate Brief

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From coal to clean? Renewable energy pioneers in Central Asia

From coal to clean? Renewable energy pioneers in Central Asia20 Oct 202544 min

Central Asia is among the world's most vulnerable regions to climate change. And while some of the Central Asian countries are heavily reliant on fossil fuels, there is potential for renewable energy across this entire part of the world. Let's have a closer look at electricity today. Who are the main drivers of the energy transition? Is cross-border cooperation happening? Are the grids ready for the renewable transition? Which role does hydro play? And what about some countries' nuclear ambit...