The deputy also inquired about the impact of the HPP on air pollution levels in the capital. In response, Junushaliev confirmed that the heat and power plant is one of the sources of pollution, alongside other factors.
The mayor noted that the HPP was transferred to the city administration two years ago, and currently, the switch to gas is not being considered, as this could lead to a sharp increase in heating prices. The mayor also emphasized that measures are being taken to reduce the level of smog in the city.
In particular, new energy units at the HPP have been equipped with sulfur purification devices and electrostatic filters. Previously, the city administration spent over 30 million soms on sulfur removal, but now they have started selling sulfur at a price of 2,900 soms per ton. Investors have invested 1.5 million dollars in equipment that allows ash to be collected directly from the flue, which helps reduce emissions into the atmosphere.
According to the mayor, the HPP currently serves 150,000 subscribers. To reduce the load on this facility, work is underway on decentralization. In particular, six gas boilers have been installed at "Bishkekselmash," and 13,400 subscribers have already been transferred there. Analysis has shown that the cost of heat has decreased, which opens up prospects for revising the tariff policy in the future.
