Kazakhstan's Balanced Energy Transition: Doubling Efficiency to Cut Emissions
Energy efficiency is emerging as the swiftest and most affordable means to reduce global emissions. Experts agree that doubling these gains could halve worldwide CO2 emissions by 2040. Meanwhile, countries like Kazakhstan are adopting balanced approaches to their energy transitions, respecting individual paces, particularly for developing nations.
Kazakhstan, for instance, is pursuing an evolutionary energy transition. It's maintaining cleaner hydrocarbons while expanding its renewable capacity. In 2024, renewables accounted for 6.4% of its electricity, with an ambitious target of 15% by 2030. During the Kazakhstan Energy Week in Astana, officials and industry leaders from TotalEnergies, Samruk-Energo JSC, and KazMunayGas stressed the importance of cleaner and more efficient use of all resources. Their collaboration on the 1 GW Mirny Wind Farm project exemplifies this balanced approach.
Digitalisation and artificial intelligence are transforming energy systems, further reducing emissions. Many governments are shifting towards more balanced and pragmatic energy policies, optimising all energy sources to meet global demand by 2050. Energy experts worldwide concur that efficiency, bolstered by innovation and technology, will dictate the pace and scale of change in the energy sector.
Energy efficiency is thus the cornerstone of a pragmatic and balanced energy transition. It's a tool that respects individual transition speeds, particularly for developing countries. By embracing this approach, nations can cut emissions swiftly and cost-effectively, as demonstrated by Kazakhstan's evolving energy landscape.
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