When is solar energy used in Tajikistan?

As shown in Fig. 9, the SPHS plant in Tajikistan stores solar energy seasonally from April to November and generates electricity with a higher capacity factor during February and March. The main objective of hydropower is to supply water downstream and reduce its generation substantially in January and February.

Is SPHS a viable solution for Turkmenistan?

SPHS can be a viable solution for Turkmenistan to improve the management of water from the Amu Darya river ( Fig. 13 ). The Zeid reservoir is used to regulate the flow of the Main Turkmen Canal, that flows to Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan.

What are the benefits of a hydropower reservoir in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan?

The hydropower reservoir focuses on guaranteeing the supply of water to meet the demand in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. 3.2.1. System costs and CO 2 emissions The construction of SPHS in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan offers economic benefits for the whole region.

Are Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan water resources renewable?

Downstream Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan, in contrast, have far less internal renewable water resources and rely on the water from transboundary rivers to be released primarily in summer to meet their irrigation needs and avoid uncontrolled winter flooding .