On July 2, 2024, during the Kazakhstan-China Business Council, two pivotal agreements were signed to advance renewable energy projects in Kazakhstan. TechnoGroupService LLP and POWER CHINA INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED have entered into a contract to construct a 20 MW solar power plant in the Almaty region. Simultaneously, an agreement was finalized with LONGi Green Energy Technology to establish a 150 MW annual capacity photovoltaic module production facility in Almaty, situated within the Alatau IT Special Economic Zone. Zhomart Mominbayev highlighted that these collaborations will strengthen partnerships with industry leaders and mark Kazakhstan's first large-scale ventures into domestic manufacturing for renewable energy equipment, with plans to launch operations by the end of this year.

With deep respect and pride, we announce a significant milestone: Zhomart Mominbayev, a partner of TechnoGroupService LLP, has been invited to join the International Advisory Board of the Graduate School of Business at Nazarbayev University. His election is a testament to his professionalism and notable achievements in the fields of business and ESG. Mr. Mominbayev holds a PhD in Political Science and Economics. His work focuses on refining Kazakhstan's legislation concerning renewable energy sources, advancing the green technology market—including the issuance of green bonds—and organizing the production of photovoltaic modules and metal structures for wind power plants.

Together with Mr. Abenov, TechnoGroupService LLP stands as a leading firm in the design, construction, and operation of solar, wind, and hydroelectric power plants. It is the first and only company in the renewable energy sector to receive the "Altyn Sapa" Presidential Award, and has developed educational materials for MBA students of the Graduate School of Business at Nazarbayev University, focusing on TGS and Kazakhstan's renewable energy market.

As a member of the International Advisory Board, Mr. Mominbayev aims to foster the commercialization of technologies actively researched by the Schools and laboratories of Nazarbayev University.

On July 1 of this year, in Zhezkazgan, a meeting took place between the leadership of the Science Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Science Fund, and a delegation of entrepreneurs in the renewable energy sector. The event commenced with a tour of the 10 MW "Kengir" solar power plant, allowing regional guests to observe its operations. The visit continued with a tour of TechnoGroupService LLP's production base and the 1.2 MW "Zhez-Solar" solar power plant.

During the meeting, where clean energy intertwined with scientific approach and innovation, participants discussed deepening cooperative ties and further commercializing the outcomes of scientific and technical activities within Kazakhstan's scientific community. Figures such as Zhankuatov G.Zh., Sembayeva A.M., and Yelshibekov R.B. outlined plans to visit the Alatau IT Special Economic Zone to inspect the construction progress of TechnoGroupService LLP's photovoltaic module manufacturing plant. Representatives from KAZAKH INVEST, including Ulytau Tazhiev A.Zh., NCE RK "Atameken" Kalymov D.M., and Ulytau Department of Entrepreneurship Jauen M.A., expressed enthusiasm about supporting the development of the Zhezkazgan site as a pivotal center for renewable energy technology.

Leaders of TechnoGroupService LLP, Abenov K.G. and Alzhanov N.A., emphasized their company's mission to develop domestic technologies and establish renewable energy as a primary source of electricity generation in Kazakhstan.

From 18 to 19 June 2024, the II International Forum and Exhibition "Thermal Power Engineering Central Asia" was held in Almaty. This unique professional international platform brought together leaders of the energy industry. The event attracted the attention of executives from key generating companies in the region, representatives of regulatory bodies, investors, leading equipment manufacturing companies, technology licensors, as well as engineering and construction enterprises.

In session No. 6 "Environmental Safety in Modern Energy," the moderator was the Managing Director of NCE RK "Atameken," Khairushev Zh.G. The invited speakers were Kalmenov M.E., Mominbayev Zh.B., and Kybaryn A.A. As part of the forum, the Chairman of the GreenTech Committee of the "KazEPI" Association, Mominbayev Zh.B., presented a report on "The Method of Effective Management of a 50 MW Solar Power Plant Construction Project." The presentation garnered significant attention from forum participants, providing valuable insights and recommendations on project management in the solar energy sector, aiming to maximize Kazakhstani content up to 80%.

The main goal of the forum and exhibition was to discuss the development of thermal power through the implementation of major investment projects for the construction and modernization of thermal power plants. Participants exchanged experiences and discussed opportunities to improve the efficiency of existing productions.

The International Forum and Exhibition "Thermal Power Central Asia" contributed to strengthening cooperation between the countries of the region, providing a platform for discussing current issues and strategies in the field of thermal power. The event emphasized the importance of international cooperation and innovative approaches in addressing contemporary energy challenges.