Uzbekistan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development have signed a memorandum of understanding on long-term cooperation for the Central Asian nation to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Uzbekistan said in November 2020 it was waiting for the results of feasibility studies being carried out by state nuclear agency Uzatom before making a final decision on whether or not to proceed with a nuclear new-build programme. The country says it aims to develop low-carbon energy sources, including nuclear power, solar, hydro and wind energy.
Uzbekistan said in November 2020 it was waiting for the results of feasibility studies being carried out by state nuclear agency Uzatom before making a final decision on whether or not to proceed with a nuclear new-build programme. The country says it aims to develop low-carbon energy sources, including nuclear power, solar, hydro and wind energy.
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