JinkoSolar has announced the signing of a contract for a 325 MW solar power project in Kyrgyzstan, which the company describes as the country’s largest solar installation. The project will exclusively deploy JinkoSolar’s Tiger Neo 3.0 modules, marking a significant step in the development of utility-scale solar power in the country.
Kyrgyzstan’s photovoltaic market remains at an early stage, with relatively few large-scale solar installations. The planned 325 MW ground-mounted solar plant is expected to benefit from economies of scale, making module selection particularly important for project economics. Factors such as land utilisation, balance-of-system (BOS) costs and lifetime electricity generation will play a key role in determining the project’s overall performance.
According to JinkoSolar, the Tiger Neo 3.0 modules offer four key performance characteristics: high power output, high bifaciality, improved low-light response and low degradation. These features are expected to support energy generation efficiency and long-term project performance.
Kyrgyzstan’s electricity system has traditionally relied heavily on hydropower, which, according to the company’s announcement, accounts for more than 90% of the country’s total power capacity. Seasonal fluctuations, particularly during dry periods, can affect electricity availability and energy security.
The 325 MW solar project will cover power generation, voltage step-up, transmission and grid connection. It is expected to strengthen the country’s ability to integrate large-scale renewable energy while supporting the diversification of its electricity mix from hydropower dependence towards a combination of hydropower and solar generation.
Beyond electricity generation, the project is also expected to create employment opportunities during construction, support infrastructure development and improve the region’s attractiveness to investors, contributing to broader local economic development.
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