Astana:Kazakhstan's energy sector is anticipated to undergo a significant transition towards natural gas, as outlined in the National Energy Report by the Kazakhstan Association of Oil, Gas and Energy Sector Organizations Kazenergy, in collaboration with S and P Global.

According to Trend News Agency, despite coal maintaining a dominant presence in Kazakhstan's electricity sector, contributing to approximately 62% of total electricity generation in 2025, a gradual shift towards gas is foreseen in the country's energy mix. This transition is fueled by the need for more flexible generation capacity, increased access to natural gas supplies, and evolving environmental policies.

In the report, forecasts by S and P Global Energy suggest that natural gas could comprise about 40% of the fuel used in power generation by 2035, with potential to surpass coal by 2050. Additionally, the document highlights Kazakhstan's advancements in renewable energy, noting that the country achieved its 2025 renewable energy target of 6% two years early, with renewables rising to 7% of its electricity generation in 2025.

Looking forward, Kazakhstan aims to further increase the share of renewables in its electricity generation to 15% by 2030. However, the report underscores the challenges posed by the rapid growth of renewable energy, emphasizing the necessity for new flexible generation capacity and significant grid modernization to accommodate intermittent energy sources effectively.