The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan is the central executive body responsible for national energy policy and regulation. Its remit spans the fuel and energy complex, including oil and gas exploration and production, refining, gas processing, petrochemicals, coal, electricity generation and transmission, heat supply, renewable energy, and energy efficiency. The ministry develops and implements sectoral legislation and strategies, coordinates with other state bodies, and engages with state-owned and private enterprises to ensure energy security and sustainable development.
For the chemical and broader industrial value chain, the ministry’s work encompasses the development of hydrocarbon resources, modernization of refineries, expansion of gas infrastructure, and promotion of petrochemical projects. It supports market frameworks that guide investment, infrastructure planning, and technology adoption, while advancing goals such as diversification of the energy mix, emissions reduction, and integration of renewables. The ministry also works to strengthen domestic supply chains and industrial capabilities in support of Kazakhstan’s long-term economic objectives.