Experts Review Kambarata-1 Hydropower Plant Feasibility in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan hosted a discussion on the technical parameters of the Kambarata-1 Hydropower Plant – one of the largest delayed hydropower projects in Central Asia. The meeting gathered representatives from the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the Hydroproject design institute, and the international engineering community.

The Swiss consulting company AFRY prepared the updated feasibility study for the facility. Dainius Tirunas, the project manager representing the Swiss firm, presented the operational calculations for the site. The data provided to participants detailed the dimensions of the reservoir, the structural reliability of the hydraulic installations, and their compliance with international safety standards. Particular emphasis was placed on the specific conditions of the proposed construction site – engineers presented the results of geological and seismic surveys of the mountainous terrain.

Specialists from the National Academy of Sciences, the International Engineering Academy, and the Hydroproject institute, alongside industry veterans experienced in large-scale hydropower construction, evaluated the proposed solutions for Kyrgyzstan. The discussions focused on seismic safety, environmental risks, and the long-term energy efficiency of the facility.

Participants agreed that a public review of the project documentation is necessary to inform the population and address potential disputes during the early stages of development. The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan emphasized that maintaining an open dialogue among investors, engineers, and the academic community directly influences the level of public trust in major hydropower infrastructure projects.