Environmental and Social Aspects

The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic announces the publication of the draft Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) Report for the Kambarata-1 HPP Project and the launch of the second round of public consultations.
The draft ESIA report has been prepared by the internationally recognized consulting firm SMEC, in close cooperation with national and international experts. The process included detailed research, fieldwork, and extensive stakeholder consultations, including communities in the project area and national level representatives.
The publication of the draft ESIA report demonstrates the project’s adherence to international best practices and a dedication to an open dialogue with all interested parties. The draft ESIA is a living document, shared at this stage to invite feedback, questions, and suggestions from all interested parties.
We encourage all stakeholders, including potentially affected communities, civil society organizations, and the general public, to review the report and provide input. Comments and questions will be carefully considered and may lead to revisions before the ESIA is finalized and project decisions are made.
The public consultation period will remain open until October 1, 2025. For further information or to provide comments, please visit the contact section.
In late September – October 2025, the Ministry of Energy will conduct a second round of consultations at local, national and riparian levels to address concerns and incorporate stakeholder input into project planning.

The Ministry of Energy (MoE) of the Kyrgyz Republic will lead the project implementation, supported by a dedicated Project Management Office (PMO) with environmental, social, and occupational health and safety specialists. The PMO will ensure compliance with environmental and social standards and manage the implementation of the ESMP, RPF, and other plans.