An investment agreement between the Government of Tajikistan and Ayon Energy LLC to implement the country’s first large-scale solar energy project was signed in Dushanbe on January 13, according to the State Committee on Investment and State-owned Property Management (GosKomInvest).
The project provides for the construction of two solar photovoltaic power plants, each with a capacity of 250 megawatts, in Asht district of Sughd province and in Jayhoun district of Khatlon province.
According to GosKomInvest, this is the first time in the country’s history that a solar power project of such installed capacity is being implemented, marking a clear step toward the use of alternative and renewable energy sources.
The project will be carried out in line with directives from the President of Tajikistan and national programs aimed at developing green energy.
Once operational, the solar power plants are expected to strengthen the country’s energy independence, reduce seasonal electricity shortages—particularly during the winter months—and improve the reliability of power supply for both households and the economy.
Under the terms of the agreement, the investor has committed to completing the design, construction, and commissioning of the facilities during this year. The total investment is estimated at $250 million.
Officials described the project as a significant milestone on Tajikistan’s path toward green energy, a sustainable economy, and an environmentally friendly future, noting that it also lays a solid foundation for achieving long-term energy independence.
Ayon Energy LLC has been described in the media as a Tajik company. However, detailed information regarding its corporate structure, founders, history, or previous projects has not been made publicly available.
As it had been reported earlier, during the Dushanbe Invest–2025 International Investment Forum held in October last year, Tajikistan’s Ministry of Energy and Water Resources signed a series of agreements aimed at strengthening the country’s energy security and accelerating the development of renewable energy.
The agreements included three protocols and two memorandums of understanding focused on the construction of solar and wind power plants, as well as educational initiatives in the energy sector.
A key outcome of the forum was an agreement to develop solar power plants in several regions of Tajikistan, supporting the country’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. In particular, Ayon Energy LLC signed a protocol to build solar power facilities with a combined capacity of 500 megawatts in the Khatlon and Sughd provinces. The document underscores the growing role of the private sector in advancing environmentally friendly energy projects.
Despite having one of the most favorable climates for solar energy generation, Tajikistan has yet to fully exploit its solar potential, which is estimated at around 25 billion kilowatt-hours annually. At present, solar energy is used only to a limited extent, mainly for water heating.
Tajikistan’s geographic location, between 36°40′ and 41°05′ north latitude, places it within what meteorologists describe as the “golden belt” of solar intensity. According to the Agency of Hydrometeorology of Tajikistan (Hydromet), the country receives between 2,100 and 3,166 hours of sunshine each year, with 260 to 300 sunny days annually.
These conditions highlight the strong potential for solar power to become a reliable and sustainable energy source. As global demand for clean energy continues to grow, experts say Tajikistan is well positioned to expand its renewable energy portfolio—particularly solar and wind power—to complement its existing hydropower infrastructure and enhance long-term energy security.
