In preparation for the autumn–winter period, Bishkek’s Thermal Power Plant (TPP) has put into operation a flue gas desulfurization system — a modern environmental technology designed to significantly reduce sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions into the atmosphere.

Since the commissioning of the modernized power units and until 2019, the desulfurization system operated under the supervision of specialists from the Chinese company TBEA.

Subsequently, due to a lack of qualified personnel and the absence of buyers for gypsum-containing sludge, the system was taken out of operation.

Now, with advances in sludge processing technologies and as part of measures to improve the city’s environmental situation, the desulfurization system has resumed operation.

Currently, the system is operated under the supervision of Bishkek TPP specialists.

The introduction of this technology marks an important step in the city’s program to enhance environmental safety, aimed at reducing harmful emissions and transitioning to more sustainable energy production methods.

The desulfurization system is capable of capturing up to 96.6% of sulfur compounds produced during coal combustion, thereby reducing the environmental burden and contributing to improved air quality in Bishkek.