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Is Tunisia building a solar plant in 2024?

In September 2024, the country also began building a 50 MW solar plant in Tozeur, a TND 135 million project led by Norway’s Scatec and Toyota subsidiary Aeolus. Tunisia has signed contracts for four photovoltaic projects, totaling 500 MW, as part of the initial phase of its 1.7 GW tender.

How many wind projects will Tunisia have in 2025?

Tunisia’s Industry, Mines, and Energy Ministry also plans to receive bids for at least two wind projects, each with a capacity of 75 MW, by the end of March 2025, the statement adds. Tunisia has commenced construction on two 10 MW solar projects in Kasserine Governorate, developed by energy firms Qair and Mazarine.

What is the productivity of photovoltaic systems in Tunisia?

Given these favourable conditions, the productivity of photovoltaic systems in Tunisia is very high. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) Global Atlas, annual electricity production from PV systems ranges from 1,450 kWh per kilowatt peak (kWp) in the northwest to 1,830 kWh/kWp in the extreme southeast.

How is Tunisia accelerating its energy transition?

Tunisia is accelerating its energy transition by awarding 4 solar photovoltaic projects totaling 498 MW to reduce import dependency and promote renewable energy. Faced with growing energy dependency, Tunisia is taking a decisive step forward in its commitment to renewable energy.

How much solar radiation does Tunisia have?

Solar radiation varies from 1,800 kilowatt hours (kWh)/m²/year in the north to 2,600 kWh/m²/year in the south. The average total horizontal irradiation ranges from 4.2 kWh/m²/day in the northwest of Tunisia to 5.8 kWh/m²/day in the extreme south. Given these favourable conditions, the productivity of photovoltaic systems in Tunisia is very high.

How much sunshine does Tunisia get a year?

Tunisia averages more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, with some regions enjoying more than others. Most regions in the south of the country have more than 3,200 hours of sunshine a year, with peaks of 3,400 hours a year in the Gulf of Gabes (south-east).