Where is the first large scale solar power plant in Tunisia?

The first large scale solar power plant of a 10MW capacity, co-financed by KfW and NIF (Neighbourhood Investment Facility) and implemented by STEG, is in Tozeur. TuNur CSP project is Tunisia’s most ambitious renewable energy project yet.

What is TuNur energy doing in Tunisia?

In Tunisia, Nur Energie is developing the world’s first CSP solar export project between North Africa and Europe. For more information about the TuNur project please visit the TuNur company website:

Where is the 100MW solar photovoltaic plant in Tunisia?

The 100MW solar photovoltaic plant is located in Metbassta near Kairouan. The five projects, once completed, will represent 6% of Tunisia’s electricity generation capacity. The Tunisian Government aims to bring its renewable energy installed capacity to 30% of the total by 2030. This entails building 1,000MW in 2017-20, and 1,250MW in 2021-2030.

Is Tunisia a good place to invest in solar energy?

Tunisia’s climate presents a key solar energy opportunity and, together with an improved investment framework and a highly skilled workforce, the country should be well positioned support its ambitious Plan Solaire Tunisien. However, to date, Tunisia has fallen short of its intermediate solar PV targets.

What is Tunisian Solar Program?

Tunisian Solar Programme, launched in 2005, is a joint initiative of UNEP, Tunisian National Agency for Energy Conservation, state-utility STEG and Italian Ministry for Environment, Land and Sea. The program aims to promote the development of the solar energy sector through financial and fiscal support.

How much power does Tunisia have?

The installed electricity capacity at the end of 2015 was 5,695 MW which is expected to sharply increase to 7,500 MW by 2021 to meet the rising power demands of the industrial and domestic sectors. Needless to say, Tunisia is building additional conventional power plants and developing its solar and wind capacities to sustain economic development.