This article explores the digitalization efforts in Uzbekistans energy sector, with a focus on smart grid technologies and the adoption of advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) for gas and electricity. WASHINGTON, May 15, 2025— The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors approved today a $100 million concessional credit to support Uzbekistan's efforts to enhance integration of renewable energy into its electricity distribution networks and improve supply reliability in priority regions. (UNECE) and Dr Cristina Martinez (ILO). The brief benefited from inputs and comments from Liliia Kachkinbaeva (ILO Consultant), Chiara Giamberardini (UNECE) and Isomiddin tical moment in its development journey. The country is developing a digital energy platform that will use advanced data analytics and machine learning algorithms to optimize energy use. Solar PV plant built by China's Dongfang Electric Corporation in Samarkand, Uzbekistan (Photo: AFP/Xinhua/Li Ao) Since 2017, Uzbekistan has been implementing wide-ranging reforms in the energy sector aimed at increasing efficiency, modernizing infrastructure, and transitioning to market-based. A comprehensive Uzbekistan energy reform initiative is delivering a deep transformation, with concrete steps reshaping how power is generated, distributed, and consumed. Since 2017, the country has moved beyond blueprints and into real-world change, marked by significant gains in Uzbekistan. The World Bank is investing $100m to help Uzbekistan improve its energy supply and connect 150,000 smart meters.