Section 4. Energy Transition

9. The Sides intend to intensify the German-Uzbek Energy Dialogue. Cooperation is envisaged in the field of realising the potential of renewable energy on the Uzbek market and improving the energy efficiency of buildings, promoting sustainable cities, as well as a comprehensive range of opportunities for green skills enhancement.

10. The German Side will continue with the Solar Roof Initiative. The H2Diplo Office recently opened in Astana will also be used for activities in the Republic of Uzbekistan, and thus supplement the German-Uzbek Energy Dialogue of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), implemented by the German Energy Agency (dena).

11. The German Side is considering the possibility of seconding energy professionals from the Senior Expert Service (SES) to Uzbek partner ministries for a limited period of time. The goal is to set up structures, and to transfer experience and knowledge, with the aim of improving the functioning and capacities of government institutions in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

12. The Uzbek Side will adapt its tariff policy to increase the effectiveness of renewable energy support measures and to promote the expansion of renewable energies, and will focus its reform efforts on improving the investment climate. In addition, cooperation is envisaged by the Sides to assist the Uzbek Side in the training of qualified personnel in areas related to renewable energy and energy efficiency. The Uzbek Side is actively supporting training measures to ensure the development of green skills in energy-related fields.

13. The Sides will study the issue of locating products in the Republic of Uzbekistan for use in the construction of photovoltaic and wind power plants as well as in the production of heat pumps and construction materials and substances.