Uzbekistan launches major reform to modernize heating systems
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan is set to overhaul its outdated building heating systems under a sweeping reform aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing gas consumption.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a decree outlining the ambitious initiative, which will unfold over the next five years.
The newly approved plan focuses on establishing a unified national policy for the heating sector, drawing on international best practices to design long-term strategies.
A key component will be the creation of a specialized organization to oversee heating companies across the country.
Among the top priorities is the construction of local boiler houses and the adoption of alternative heating technologies in multi-story buildings — specifically those with four floors or more — that are not connected to a centralized heating system.
These upgrades are expected to cut natural gas usage in each building by at least 20%.
The reform will also address critical infrastructure gaps. Plans include modernizing 103 aging boiler houses and upgrading 1,600 kilometers of centralized heating networks.
Public-private partnerships will drive modernization projects in nine cities and districts, while 13 other locations will receive financial and technical support from international institutions.
The initiative is expected to expand Uzbekistan’s centralized heating coverage — from 37% to 58%.
To manage this transformation, the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services will establish a joint-stock company named Issiqlik ta’minoti, tasked with executing state heating policies and ensuring coordination across various projects.
From June 1, 2025, new regulations will require all newly built or renovated structures seeking technical approvals to integrate renewable energy sources, alternative heating systems, and energy-efficient equipment.
Additionally, all apartment complexes and buildings will have to install metering devices and develop internal heating and hot water supply systems.
In areas with centralized heating, new residential, administrative, social, industrial, and business facilities will be required to connect to the network to ensure comprehensive coverage and efficiency.
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