AmCham Kazakhstan Launches Local Manufacturing Committee
28 Apr 2026, 12:05
Committees
Local Manufacturing
The Local Content Committee brings together companies working within Kazakhstan’s localization framework to address procurement rules, production standards, and workforce development. It promotes open dialogue with government authorities to ensure transparent, balanced, and practical local content policies. The Committee also facilitates the exchange of best practices to strengthen local supply chains and enhance industry capability.
Working Groups/Issues
| Issue | Short description | Status |
| Emissions Trading System (ETS) | Limited cross-ministry coordination, short planning horizons, and low carbon prices hinder effective implementation. The upcoming 2026–2030 allocation period requires clearer rules, stronger incentives, and development of offset and liquidity mechanisms to support meaningful emissions reduction and investment. | Ongoing |
| ESG Disclosures | With IFC support, regulators have introduced voluntary ESG disclosure and environmental & social risk management guidelines, expected to become mandatory by 2027. However, a clear methodology for Scope 1–3 emissions accounting remains undeveloped due to limited capacity and data availability. | Ongoing |
| Supply-Chain Compliance & SME Readiness | There is a need to raise awareness and build capacity among suppliers/SMEs to meet decarbonization/ESG requirements pushed by lenders and large buyers. | Watchlist |
| Methane Regulations | Kazakhstan’s methane regulation framework is rapidly developing, supported by engagement with the International Methane Hub and the use of satellite-based monitoring. Clear implementation mechanisms and industry coordination are needed to ensure effective emission tracking and reduction. | Watchlist |
| Renewables Regulation | Kazakhstan’s renewable energy system is expanding but faces challenges with grid integration, tariff stability, and auction transparency. | Watchlist |
Committee Board
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