Uzbekistan is preparing a major expansion of its power system as rising industrial activity, population growth and new electricity-intensive industries reshape the country’s energy outlook. Plans presented on September 22 envisage increasing total generating capacity to 46.1 GW by 2030, enabling annual electricity production of approximately 129 billion kWh.
The expansion is expected to continue beyond the end of the decade. By 2035, Uzbekistan’s generating capacity is projected to reach 57.2 GW, while annual output could rise to 154.7 billion kWh. The targets were reviewed during a presentation on the development of the electricity sector.
Industry and digital infrastructure to drive demand
The need for additional capacity is linked to Uzbekistan’s broader economic ambitions. The country plans to expand its economy to $300 billion by 2030, while its population is expected to exceed 41 million. Industrial electricity consumption alone is forecast to reach 53.5 billion kWh, compared with approximately 38 billion kWh today.
Electric transport and data centres are also expected to add pressure to the grid. Under a moderate-demand scenario, the existing development plans should preserve a workable balance between consumption and generation. However, faster growth in manufacturing, electric mobility and digital infrastructure would require the commissioning of further generating capacity.
For international companies in furniture, construction, interior and exterior manufacturing, architecture and related supply chains, the planned energy build-out is a significant market factor. More reliable and abundant electricity could support the expansion of factories, workshops, logistics facilities and commercial real estate, while the possibility of additional capacity requirements highlights the importance of assessing grid access and power availability before committing to new projects in Uzbekistan.
