Uzbekistan’s First Small Nuclear Reactors to Cost $1 Bn
The initial phase of constructing Uzbekistan’s first small nuclear reactors will require an investment of approximately $1 bn.
This significant financial commitment was revealed by Sukhrob Abdurakhmanov, the deputy chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, during the «Innoprom. Central Asia» exhibition held recently in Tashkent.
The ambitious power plant project is a key component of the nation’s strategy to fortify its energy security. By diversifying its power generation capabilities, Uzbekistan aims to significantly reduce its reliance on traditional electricity sources and create a far more resilient national grid.
Industry leaders and government officials view the adoption of nuclear power not just as a reliable method for stable electricity generation but as a major catalyst for broader economic development across the region.
Otabek Amanov, deputy head of the Directorate for the Construction of the Jizzakh Nuclear Power Plant, highlighted that infrastructure projects of this magnitude traditionally serve as powerful engines for nationwide growth.
He noted that the initiative will directly stimulate several key sectors. These include the domestic construction industry, electrical manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Furthermore, the introduction of nuclear technology to the country will necessitate the creation of brand new academic pathways and comprehensive training programmes to prepare a highly specialised workforce for the future of the energy sector.
