Uzbekistan

Finalise as quickly as possible the draft laws and plans currently under consideration to transition to competitive energy markets, and then ensure effective implementation on the basis of clearly set out responsibilities, accountabilities and adequate resources.

Reform energy tariffs to reflect the full cost of supply and provide support only for the most vulnerable customers.

Introduce an independent and well-resourced energy regulator to ensure fair competition.

Address the financial imbalances in the state-owned energy companies and intensify efforts to avoid their re-emergence.

Work ambitiously to increase the efficiency of energy supply and use and, in the anticipation of continuous growth in the country’s urban population, incorporate energy and climate considerations into long-term urban development and transport plans to limit growth in energy demand.