Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Renewable energy sources and small solar panels helped Uzbekistan save 15.76 million cubic metres of natural gas on 12 November 2026, the Energy Ministry said.
The country generated 266.1 million kWh of electricity that day. Solar, wind and hydropower plants, together with small-scale solar panels, produced 59.1 million kWh, or 22.2% of the total.
Electricity generated from these sources also helped prevent the release of 33,900 tonnes of harmful substances into the atmosphere.
The Energy Ministry said electricity output from solar and wind plants depended on weather conditions. Production may fall on some days when solar activity is insufficient or wind speeds are low.
However, every kilowatt-hour generated by these facilities helps save natural gas, reduce environmental impact and use energy resources more efficiently.
Increasing the share of renewable energy in the power system also helps make more efficient use of available fuel and strengthen the country's energy security.
