DUSHANBE, April 4, 2012, Asia-Plus  -- The Ministry of Energy and Industries (MoEI) of Tajikistan and Gigawatt Global (GWG) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU).

The document was inked here by Gul Sherali, Minister of Energy and Industries of Tajikistan, and Josef Abramovich, President of Gigawatt Global, an official source at a MoEI said.

According to him, the document provides for the establishment of cooperation on designing and constructing solar power plants in Tjaikistan.

At first, the sides plan to launch pilot projects on establishment of solar panels in local free economic zones (FEZs), the source added.  

Gigawatt Global is a multi-national renewable energy company focused on the development and management of utility-scale solar fields in renewable energy emerging markets.

With over 2800 MW of solar projects under development worldwide, GWG brings extensive experience in all aspects of renewable energy project finance and development.  GWG has established a long-standing strategic partnership with Siemens AG Renewable Energy Division, a world renowned partner that provides technical and operational support, as well as engineering, procurement and construction services.

GWG has a long-standing relationship with the World Bank, IFC and OPIC.

Gigawatt Global is committed to accelerating energy sustainability and independence in each local region it operates.