Mongolia has opened its first “Green Station” in Khutag-Undur soum of Bulgan aimag, combining electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities, traveler rest areas, and retail and service outlets as part of Prime Minister Uchral Nyam-Osor's “Liberate” policy, promoting the country's green transition.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Prime Minister Uchral said the project marks an important step toward reducing Mongolia's dependence on imported fossil fuels and retaining an estimated USD 200 million currently spent on fuel imports within the domestic economy. He noted that the government is undertaking sweeping reforms in the energy and transport sectors to support the green transition.

While serving as Speaker of Parliament, the Prime Minister launched the "3x100" program, which enabled households to generate electricity for their own use and supply excess power to the national grid by removing regulatory and grid connection barriers.

Since taking office as Prime Minister, he has continued energy sector reforms by accelerating policies that encourage private investment in new power generation projects. Under this approach, Mongolia held its first competitive auction for renewable energy projects at five sites, attracting expressions of interest from 119 companies, with 19 firms submitting competitive price bids. Six additional projects have since been announced, marking what Uchral described as a new phase of transparent, competitive, and privately financed energy development.

PM Uchral emphasized that the Green Station serves as practical infrastructure linking energy reform with transport modernization. He said that charging infrastructure, roadside services, rest areas, and support for local businesses must be developed in tandem to expand EV adoption.

The government plans to develop EV infrastructure through three models. In Ulaanbaatar, express and premium charging stations will be installed based on available space and consumer demand, while rural areas will see the rollout of Green Stations, combining charging facilities with rest stops, showers, retail services, and support for local enterprises.

On May 28, 2026, under the government's initiative to accelerate implementation of the Green Resolution aimed at reducing dependence on imported fuel and energy, the Prime Minister met with private sector representatives to discuss policy measures. During the meeting, the Ulaanbaatar Chamber of Commerce presented its EV charging infrastructure development program.

According to the program, approximately 500 Green Stations could be established across Ulaanbaatar and aimags over the next two years. The government aims to install 40 charging stations before the UNCCD COP17 conference. Projections indicate that Mongolia could have a demand for 50,000 electric vehicles by 2030, with the transition expected to reduce fuel consumption by 300 million liters and save approximately USD 200 million over five years.

The government also plans to support the establishment of Green Stations at major border crossings and high-traffic areas, including Zamiin-Uud and Tsagaan Khad, to modernize transport, energy, and roadside service infrastructure.

"The government should not do everything itself," Uchral said. "Its role is to create opportunities for the private sector by removing bottlenecks related to land, grid connections, permits, and regulations. That is the core principle of the Liberate policy. The Green Station is a tangible example of that policy in action."

Officials said the initiative will help reduce Mongolia's fuel and energy dependence, encourage wider adoption of electric vehicles, support local businesses, and establish a new standard for roadside services nationwide.

The facility in Khutag-Undur also becomes the 600th CU convenience store operated by Premium Nexus LLC. Designed to promote EV use, improve roadside services, and create green infrastructure, it is the country's first privately developed Green Station. Prime Minister Uchral thanked the company for pioneering the project and reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting private-sector initiatives that advance Mongolia's green development.

Published Date:2026-06-28