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How can Mongolia manage energy demand & prevent power outages?

To manage the energy demand and prevent power outages, Mongolia’s Energy Regulation Committee imported more energy from Russia and asked people to follow energy-saving practices. In 2024, energy experts and Mongolia’s global partners are urging the Mongolian government to prioritize the energy sector.

How many power systems does Mongolia have?

Mongolia has five regional power systems as shown in Figure 3, which are partially interconnected by weak transmission lines with limited capacity. The Central Energy System (CES4) is the largest system that serves the main load center of Ulaanbaatar and accounts for over 80 percent of the total supply for the country.

How can Mongolia improve its energy sector?

Mongolia’s commitment to the Paris Agreement and the U.N. Climate and Clean Air Coalition 2030 are closely linked with Ulaanbaatar’s pursuit of reinvigorating its energy sector. For these mega projects to be successful and fruitful, Mongolia must tackle corruption and strengthen the country’s investor profile.

What are Mongolia's Energy goals?

The government of Mongolia has set targets to increase the share of generation capacity from renewable energy sources to 20% by 2023 and 30% by 2030, and to build export-oriented power plants.

Does Mongolia need a coherent energy strategy?

A cohesive strategy aimed at improving the country’s energy sector has become a dire necessity. In November 2023, Mongolia experienced days of intermittent energy shortages.

What type of energy is used in Mongolia?

In Mongolia, total primary energy supplies continue to be dominated by coal, and electricity generation is largely provided by coal-fired power plants, particularly combined heat and power plants. In 2018, 93% of all electricity was produced by thermal power plants, and 98% of all district heat was provided by coal-fired systems.