Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan – Zhaksylyk Tokayev, energy and climate expert, and SECCA project’s National Coordinator in Kazakhstan, took part in a podcast episode hosted by Nurzat Abdyrasulova, President of UNISON Group. The podcast is dedicated to energy efficiency (EE) and sustainable energy development.

The discussion focused on Kazakhstan’s experience in developing its energy sector and advancing energy transition. The host and the guest discussed key trends in Kazakhstan’s sustainable energy sector, including the development of renewable energy (RE) , deployment of small-scale RE projects, improvement of EE in buildings, tariff policy, and so on. Special attention was given to policy instruments, regulatory frameworks, and practical tools such as energy audits and building energy performance certification. The exchange also highlighted differences and similarities between the approaches used in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

This podcast episode serves as a valuable example of regional knowledge exchange and dialogue between experts from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

Watch the full episode here (in Russian):