From August 7 to 9, 2024, the 12th International Conference on Nanomaterials and Advanced Energy Storage Systems, INESS 2024, was held at Nazarbayev University in Astana. The event featured participation from Zhomart Mominbayev, a partner at TechnoGroupService LLP. The conference focused on the current issues of battery development, processing, and recycling, bringing together leading specialists and experts in sustainable battery management technologies.

Conference attendees discussed the latest trends and technologies aimed at optimizing battery use and disposal. The event provided a unique platform for knowledge exchange and professional networking, fostering further development and improvement of practices in this crucial field.

At the conference, Zhomart Mominbayev had the opportunity to explore Nazarbayev University's laboratories, advanced material preparation technologies, testing of finished samples, and patents by local researchers in this field. Participation in such conferences helps expand understanding of available technologies and strengthen professional connections.

INESS 2024 offered an excellent platform for exchanging opinions and establishing new business contacts, which will contribute to the further development of our company in the field of energy storage technologies.

By order of the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 277 dated August 6, 2024, a Working Group was established to support domestic producers in the field of renewable energy sources (RES). The Chairman of the Supervisory Board of LLP "TechnoGroupService" Zhomart Mominbayev, along with representatives of key government bodies and relevant public associations, was included in the Working group.

Previously, "TechnoGroupService" repeatedly submitted proposals to the NCE "Atameken" and the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan on optimizing legislation for domestic producers on issues such as financial support, the electricity market, and export financing.

At the first meeting of the Working Group, held on August 8, 2024, Zhakyb Khairushev, Managing Director of NCE RK - Director of the Department of Energy and Housing and Utilities, expressed an active position on behalf of NCE "Atameken". The speaker stressed the urgent need to adopt fiscal and sectoral measures to support domestic producers. In his speech, Zh. Khairushev cited the example of Turkey, which successfully protects local equipment manufacturers for PV modules.

LLP "TechnoGroupService" expresses gratitude to NCE "Atameken" and personally to Zhakyb Khairushev for their balanced and professional position. We hope that the results of the Working Group of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan will bring concrete outcomes and not remain merely a formal statement.

On July 17, 2024, a ceremonial capsule laying event was held to mark the beginning of construction for the Solar Module Manufacturing Plant located in the special economic zone "Alatau Innovation Technology Park" in Almaty. This significant event brought together representatives from interested organizations and government bodies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Entrepreneurship Department of Almaty, Almaty Finance, Almaty Business Development Company, as well as representatives from scientific and educational institutions and others.

The plant, covering more than 2 hectares, will be equipped with modern equipment, including automatic assembly lines, laser plasma cutters, and automatic welding machines. The production capacity will be 150 MW per year, with plans to produce solar modules with a capacity of over 585 W, branded as "TGS-Solar." The project will create over 100 new jobs and will also establish a supply chain of Kazakhstani manufacturers of components and materials. Additionally, the technological partner is the world-renowned Chinese company LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (LONGi), which has established itself as a leader in solar technology and innovation.

This project will not only increase production capacities in the field of renewable energy but will also lead to the development of a high-tech workforce in the region, strengthening Kazakhstan's position in the green technology market. Moreover, the implementation of this project will bring Kazakhstan closer to the goals set by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, which include developing energy engineering, achieving carbon neutrality by 2060, doubling Kazakhstan's GDP by 2029, and enhancing the country's export potential.

On July 12 in Astana, under the auspices of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, an extended meeting of the operational headquarters on the development of non-resource exports was held in the format of a B2G dialogue. This large-scale event brought together representatives of more than 10 business associations, 20 government bodies, and national development institutions, as well as about 150 exporters. Delegates discussed key strategies and initiatives aimed at strengthening Kazakhstan's position in the global non-resource export market.

Zhomart Nurkanov, a representative of "TechnoGroupService" LLP, proposed the creation of an Export Cartel and the organization of product deliveries under a single credit agreement, which was accepted. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the export potential and increasing the competitiveness of high-tech Kazakhstani products in international markets. Currently, "TechnoGroupService" LLP is implementing a project to construct a 50 MW solar power plant in the Kyrgyz Republic, with the potential to export up to 80% of Kazakhstani equipment, services, and works of the project's total cost.