Challenges and Opportunities in The Digitalization of Energy Projects
Corresponding Author(s) : Tilakov Ismoiljon
American Journal of Economics and Business Management,
Vol. 8 No. 5 (2025): May
Abstract
The global energy sector is experiencing a digital revolution that is transforming infrastructure, efficiency, and sustainability. In Uzbekistan, efforts to modernize the energy sector have included renewable energy initiatives and international partnerships. However, digitalization remains unevenly implemented. Despite progress, limited research has addressed the specific barriers and opportunities of digitalizing energy projects in the Uzbek context, especially considering local infrastructure and workforce challenges. This study aims to identify the core challenges and opportunities in the digitalization of energy projects in Uzbekistan and provide policy-relevant recommendations. The analysis revealed that technological infrastructure gaps, financial limitations, skilled labor shortages, cybersecurity risks, and legal constraints are major hindrances. Nevertheless, digital technologies—especially smart grids, IoT, and AI—offer measurable benefits such as a 15–20% increase in energy production efficiency and improved renewable integration. By combining qualitative interviews, case studies, and statistical analysis, this research provides a comprehensive SWOT-based assessment tailored to Uzbekistan's context. The findings support the development of a robust national digital energy strategy that emphasizes infrastructure investment, educational reforms, and international cooperation to enhance sustainability and competitiveness in the global energy market.
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- T. Sherov, «Application of Internet of Things (IoT) Technologies in the Energy Sector in Uzbekistan», Ferg. Polytech. Inst. Sci.-Tech. J., сс. 23–30, 2023.
- D. Saidov и A. Umarov, «Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics in Energy Projects: The Case of Uzbekistan», в Tashkent University of Information Technologies Conference Proceedings, 2022, сс. 102–110.
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- T. S. T. University, «Digitalization and Automation Technologies in the Energy Sector», в Scientific-Technical Conference Proceedings, Tashkent: TSTU Publishing House, 2021.
- T. Abdullaev и S. Rakhimov, «Digitalization of Energy Systems in Uzbekistan: Technological and Economic Barriers», J. Energy Sustain. Dev., сс. 34–45, 2023.
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- N. Karimova и R. Yusupov, «Ensuring Cybersecurity in the Energy Sector: The Case of Uzbekistan», J. Inf. Technol. Cybersecurity, сс. 12–22, 2024.
- J. Lee, «Machine Learning in Renewable Energy Forecasting», J. AI Energy Syst., сс. 120–130, 2023.
- A. Alimov и B. Karimov, «Smart Grids and Their Implementation Prospects in Uzbekistan», Tashkent State Tech. Univ. Sci. J., сс. 56–67, 2022.
- L. Zhang, «Smart Metering Technologies and Policy Implications», Glob. Energy Policy J., сс. 55–64, 2023.
- R. Ismoilov, «The Role of Digital Technologies in Managing Renewable Energy Sources», Uzb. Natl. Univ. Sci. Bull., сс. 78–85, 2021.
- K. Makhmudov, «The Role of Digitalization in Modernizing Energy Infrastructure in Uzbekistan», Samarkand State Univ. Sci. J., сс. 45–53, 2020.
References
T. Sherov, «Application of Internet of Things (IoT) Technologies in the Energy Sector in Uzbekistan», Ferg. Polytech. Inst. Sci.-Tech. J., сс. 23–30, 2023.
D. Saidov и A. Umarov, «Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics in Energy Projects: The Case of Uzbekistan», в Tashkent University of Information Technologies Conference Proceedings, 2022, сс. 102–110.
A. Johnson, «Blockchain for Secure Energy Transactions», Energy Technol. Rev., сс. 88–95, 2022.
M. Garcia и S. Patel, «Cyber Risk Assessment in Energy Infrastructure», Cybersecurity Crit. Sect., сс. 10–20, 2021.
RoleCatcher, «Designing Smart Grids: A Guide to Acquiring Skills for Efficient Energy Distribution», JIZPI Bull., 2023.
T. S. T. University, «Digitalization and Automation Technologies in the Energy Sector», в Scientific-Technical Conference Proceedings, Tashkent: TSTU Publishing House, 2021.
T. Abdullaev и S. Rakhimov, «Digitalization of Energy Systems in Uzbekistan: Technological and Economic Barriers», J. Energy Sustain. Dev., сс. 34–45, 2023.
M. Xodjayev и O. Mirzayev, «Digitalization of Renewable Energy Projects in Uzbekistan: Opportunities and Challenges», Qarshi State Univ. Sci. J., сс. 67–76, 2024.
T. Nguyen, «Energy Efficiency Through Digital Twins in Power Plants», Sustain. Energy Syst., сс. 144–152, 2020.
N. Karimova и R. Yusupov, «Ensuring Cybersecurity in the Energy Sector: The Case of Uzbekistan», J. Inf. Technol. Cybersecurity, сс. 12–22, 2024.
J. Lee, «Machine Learning in Renewable Energy Forecasting», J. AI Energy Syst., сс. 120–130, 2023.
A. Alimov и B. Karimov, «Smart Grids and Their Implementation Prospects in Uzbekistan», Tashkent State Tech. Univ. Sci. J., сс. 56–67, 2022.
L. Zhang, «Smart Metering Technologies and Policy Implications», Glob. Energy Policy J., сс. 55–64, 2023.
R. Ismoilov, «The Role of Digital Technologies in Managing Renewable Energy Sources», Uzb. Natl. Univ. Sci. Bull., сс. 78–85, 2021.
K. Makhmudov, «The Role of Digitalization in Modernizing Energy Infrastructure in Uzbekistan», Samarkand State Univ. Sci. J., сс. 45–53, 2020.