Baku: ‘Reconstruction and urban development in the liberated territories have emerged as a key pillar of sustainable development, green energy, and regional economic integration,’ said Anar Guliyev, Chairman of the State Committee on Urban Planning and Architecture of the Republic of Azerbaijan and National Coordinator for WUF13, in his remarks at the special session on Urban Regeneration and Regional Cooperation, held as part of WUF13.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Anar Guliyev noted the significant green energy potential in the Garabagh and East Zangezur region, estimated at 10 GW. Currently, over 300 MW of hydropower is operational, and 340 MW of solar projects are under development. He also emphasized the strategic importance of water management, with plans for nine reservoirs to support agricultural activities and irrigation across more than 600,000 hectares.
The Committee Chairman further highlighted the establishment of two industrial parks in Aghdam and Jabrayil, which cover a total of 400 hectares. These parks host over 50 companies that are either operational or in the process of implementing projects. Anar Guliyev stated that total investments in the region have surpassed 282 million US dollars.