Atyrau, 3 November. The shortfall of 146,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas is planned to be fully closed next year from domestic production, Deputy Energy Minister Yerlan Akbarov said at a meeting with residents of the Isatay district of Atyrau region.
Akbarov recalled that over the past 15 years the territory of Atyrau city has grown by 70% and that energy infrastructure has to keep up. By his account, the country plans to reach an electricity surplus next year, which will fully meet the region’s needs. He added that the country currently has a liquefied gas shortfall of 146,000 tonnes.
Renewable energy was also discussed: the share of renewables in electricity generation is planned to reach 15% by 2030 and 50% by 2050. The deputy minister also spoke about the potential of the oil and gas industry in Atyrau region, where a significant part of the country’s oil reserves is concentrated.
What it means: Officials gave a date for closing the liquefied gas and electricity shortfalls but did not say which plants and capacities will cover the 146,000 tonnes: sources of production are not listed in the statement.
Who benefits: Consumers of liquefied gas, above all those who use it for heating and in cars, and residents of growing Atyrau, who are promised enough electricity. Gas prices are not discussed in the statement.
Background: The meeting in the Isatay district took place as part of explaining the President’s Address; as regional akimats report, such meetings are also held in other regions, for example in Aktobe region.
