Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna, visited the construction site of a new combined heat and power (CHP) plant in Semey.

The project is being implemented to ensure a reliable heat supply for a city of around 320,000 residents.

The future plant will have an installed capacity of 405 MW of electricity and 1,000 Gcal/h of heat, enabling it to meet the city’s demand and enhance the resilience of the regional energy system.

During the visit, the head of the Fund discussed the pace of project implementation and the current status of work with the management of Samruk-Energy and contractors.

Particular attention was paid to meeting deadlines and ensuring the efficient organization of the construction process.

Following the meeting, Zhakupov emphasized that the commissioning of the CHP plant is scheduled for 2029 and must be delivered without delays. He also noted that all necessary measures should be taken to accelerate the work.

The new CHP plant is expected to have a positive impact on the region’s environmental situation. The project provides the use of “clean coal” technologies and modern gas treatment systems, which will significantly reduce emissions compared to the city’s existing coal-fired energy sources.