Energy-Efficient Medical Diagnostics in Uzbekistan

Kimyo University Hospital LLC, located in Tashkent, is a multidisciplinary medical institution providing a wide range of healthcare services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which plays a critical role in modern diagnostics. With steady demand for high-quality imaging services, the hospital sought to improve diagnostic accuracy, patient throughput and operational efficiency while reducing energy consumption.

The project consisted of the purchase and installation of a new energy-efficient 1.5T MRI uMR 670 scanner, replacing an outdated MRI unit that no longer met modern performance and efficiency requirements. The new system features advanced imaging technologies that deliver higher image quality, improved diagnostic precision and enhanced patient comfort. Examination time was reduced from 30 to 20 minutes per scan, allowing the hospital to serve more patients while maintaining high clinical standards.

The investment was financed through a GEFF loan provided by Ipak Yuli Bank. Following the upgrade, the hospital increased annual MRI capacity from 5,400 to 6,600 patients and reduced specific electricity consumption by 32%, from 22 to 15 kWh per patient. The primary energy savings amount to 164.9 MWh per year, while greenhouse gas emissions are reduced by 24.5 tonnes of CO₂ annually. This reduction is equivalent to the annual CO₂ absorption of more than 1,100 mature trees and corresponds to the yearly electricity consumption of around 70 Uzbek households. In addition to energy and environmental benefits, the modern equipment lowered operation and maintenance costs and generated additional revenues through increased patient flow.

The project reflects a broader global trend in healthcare, where modern diagnostic technologies combine energy efficiency with improved service quality. By integrating advanced MRI solutions, medical institutions can enhance operational performance, reduce environmental impact and improve access to reliable diagnostics for patients.

The Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF) in Uzbekistan was developed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and is supported by the Canada through the EBRD’s High- Impact Partnership on Climate Action – HIPCA, the Climate Investment Fund and the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (Project Donors).

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