The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) presented a new report on October 29, 2026, arguing that Central Asia’s electricity challenges are not simply the result of a shortage of power plants. According to the bank, better coordination between power systems and more efficient use of existing capacity could deliver results without the need for major new construction projects.
In its original announcement, the bank reported that approximately 6.6 gigawatts of capacity was unavailable or restricted during peak demand on December 10, 2024. This historical figure is cited in the new report to illustrate the challenges of ensuring reliable access to electricity. The bank recommends improved coordination among grid operators, more accurate measurement and data exchange, and clearer rules for regional cooperation.
For Tajikistan, these findings raise an important question about energy sector management. Increasing installed generation capacity does not automatically guarantee a reliable electricity supply to households. The real measure of success should be whether electricity is consistently available to consumers. No separate response from the Tajik authorities to the report’s conclusions was found in the sources reviewed.
