Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the Uzbekneftegaz joint stock company on 22 November and got acquainted with the preparation of the energy system for the winter season.

Based on the conclusions drawn from the abnormally cold weather at the beginning of the year, measures were taken to increase the potential of the energy system. Internal capabilities have been fully utilized and networks have been modernized. Extensive work has been done jointly with foreign partners. Current issues in institutions, enterprises and housing stock have been studied and resolved. These events covered every mahalla.

- This year, we allocated 14.5 trillion soums from all sources to improve the energy system. We provided everything necessary - raw materials, materials, equipment. Now the leaders of the sector need to take full responsibility, plan everything clearly and ensure a guaranteed supply of energy,” said Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

Over the past period of this year, electricity generating facilities with a capacity of 675 megawatts have been put into operation. Across the country, 100 substations, 11.5 thousand transformers and 34 thousand kilometers of networks have been updated.

In order to ensure a stable supply of natural gas to the population and enterprises, the issue of a guaranteed gas supply of 5 billion cubic meters has been resolved. A sufficient supply of gas has been accumulated in underground storage facilities.

The President heard reports from responsible officials on guaranteed supply of natural gas and electricity during the winter season.

The Minister of Energy reported on the work done this year using allocated funds, the volume of reserves created, the estimated daily requirement and sources of its satisfaction.

It was noted that from 1 December, the energy system will switch to round-the-clock operation. In the coming months, it is planned to commission 8 solar and wind power plants with a capacity of 1.7 thousand megawatts, as well as a gas turbine with a capacity of 500 megawatts in Syrdarya. The production of 900 thousand tons of coal will begin at the Shargun deposit in Surkhandarya region.

An adequate reserve of liquefied gas, fuel oil, transformers, cables and other necessary spare parts has also been created.

The head of our state emphasized the importance of a stable supply of energy resources, at the same time - ensuring payment discipline. Instructions were given to suppress illegal connections and save energy resources during warm days.

At the event, the heads of joint stock companies “Uztrangaz”, “Khududgaztaminot”, “Khududiy Elektro Tarmoklari”, “Issiklik Electr Tarmoklari” also presented reports.