The solution of energy crisis in Tajikistan can not be handled without negative influence on the impoverished population. Recently the head of Barki Tojik (electricity monopolist) announced that there was made a proposal to the government to double the price for electricity. According to him this will make the hydropower sector more attractive for […]
Nurek from the west
From now on (at least till the next winter) Dushanbe is not going to have problems with electricity and the tough schedule introduced in the beginning of this winter was abandoned on 1st of March by the decision of Barki Tojik - the electricity monopolist. AsiaPlus reports that, the electricity […]
The article by Clive Nigel at Eurasianet about Nurek dam is worth of mentioning. There are some beautiful pictures accompanying the article. It is one of the biggest reservoirs of fresh water in Central Asia. Nurek is not only aboutwater but also electricity. I did not know but the author says that it supports […]
Probably, this winter has been the hardest in the life of Tajik people since the collapse of the Soviet Union. Two to three hours of electricity and natural gas daily is not enough to heat houses. Demand is rising, but the government cannot satisfy peoples needs and wants. Maybe it is a high time […]
Here is the translation of some recommendations from AsiaPlus on how to survive during the energy crisis in Tajikistan.
1. Stock up on: optimism, candles, flashlight, firewood (in case if it necessary to cook outside), thermos with hot water and matches;
2. Try to purchase a gas-vessel with gas for gas-stove and also buy a kerosene […]
