What is Algeria's solar power supply chain?

The Algerian solar power supply chain grew significantly in the last decade and now seeks to add IPP development, engineering and design capabilities, EPC services, inverters manufacturing, storage solution manufacturing, universal certification expertise, and operations and maintenance services.

How much electricity does Algeria generate a year?

Algeria currently generates a relatively small amount of its electricity (e.g., three percent or 686 MW annually), from renewable sources, including solar (448 MW), hydro (228 MW), and wind (10 MW).

Why is Algeria redoubling its efforts to achieve a successful energy transition?

This is a timely report as it is published as Algeria is redoubling its efforts to promote the development of renewable energies and clean and efficient technologies in order to achieve a successful energy transition, which is a major priority and an essential condition to ensure its energy security and preserve its environment.

Why is Algeria a good country for solar energy?

With an estimated area of over 2.3 million km 2, of which the Sahara represents 80%, Algeria enjoys a significant advantage, making it a substantial global reserve for solar energy. Thus, Algerian electricity users expect a reliable, affordable, and high-quality energy supply that is both sustainable and environmentally friendly.

Does Algeria have solar power?

Regarding solar power potential, Algeria is home to some of the world’s highest solar irradiance levels, with the capacity to generate 1,850 to 2,100 kilowatts per hour and up to 3,500 hours per year in its desert regions.

Why is Algeria Rethinking the role of renewables?

Because Algeria needs to export (rather than burn) its hydrocarbon resources that support an overwhelming part of the Algerian economy, the country must now reconsider the role of renewables.