ADB - CAREC Energy Outlook 2030

The CAREC Energy Outlook 2030 is a comprehensive analysis of future energy market development options in CAREC countries, which are member countries of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program. The main goal of this report is to support sustainable investments in energy infrastructure by providing stakeholders with critical insights and assessments of regional energy market trends. This is intended to help investors and policy makers identify potential investment opportunities that will improve energy services and reduce carbon emissions. The report covers a time horizon through 2030 and is based on different scenarios for private investment and government action. The focus on climate change reflects the rising environmental pressure faced by stakeholders globally and the commitments made by CAREC countries to transition to more sustainable energy systems and practices. With growing economies and an increasing population, the demand for energy in CAREC countries is expected to rise, but this can be tempered if energy efficiency is improved.