ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND ENERGY CONSUMPTION STRUCTURE IN THE REGIONS OF UZBEKISTAN: ANALYSIS AND ECONOMIC PROSPECTS
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https://doi.org/10.60078/2992-877X-2026-vol4-iss2-pp140-148Abstract
The article provides a comparative analysis of energy efficiency and the structure of fuel and energy resource consumption (FER) by region in the Republic of Uzbekistan. Based on statistical data for 2024, significant interregional disparities have been identified: the energy efficiency indicator varies from 1.3% in the Andijan region to 8.0% in the Tashkent region. It was found that the high level of energy efficiency in a number of regions (Karakalpakstan, Kashkadarya region) is associated with an excessive dependence on fossil fuels (more than 73%), which poses risks to environmental sustainability. Based on cluster analysis, groups of regions with similar consumption profiles were formed, for each of which differentiated policy measures were proposed. Recommendations are given on improving the efficiency of energy use, diversifying the energy balance and integrating digital solutions in the context of the transition to a “green economy”.
Keywords:
energy efficiency fuel and energy resources (FER) regional analysis energy consumption green economy renewable energy sources (RES) UzbekistanReferences
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