In 2024, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) made significant sustainable investments in Central Asia, injecting $2.33 billion into 121 projects across six regional economies. Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan emerged as the top recipients of EBRD funding, focusing on sustainable infrastructure, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and green initiatives. Notable projects included the development of Central Asia's first renewable hydrogen facility in Uzbekistan and a wastewater treatment plant in Kazakhstan. The EBRD also supported social infrastructure projects, such as building a hospital in Kazakhstan and rehabilitating roads in Uzbekistan. In the energy sector, the Bank financed projects to improve national grid systems in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and arranged a landmark financing package for a solar plant with a battery energy storage system in Uzbekistan. Additionally, the EBRD empowered entrepreneurs and SMEs through various programs and investments, aiming to foster economic growth and innovation in the region. Overall, the EBRD's commitment to green and inclusive projects in Central Asia is paving the way for sustainable development and resilience in the region.