Tunisia s top ten photovoltaic glass

How much does a photovoltaic project cost in Tunisia?

Tunisia has selected four photovoltaic projects totalling 500 MW in the first phase of the 1,700 MW call for tenders, with the best tariff being 0.029 euros per kWh.

How many solar projects are in Tunisia?

Tunisia previously awarded five solar photovoltaic projects with a combined capacity of 500 MW in five governorates: 200 MW in Tataouine, 50 MW in Tozeur, 50 MW in Sidi Bouzid, 100 MW in Kairouan and 100 MW in Gafsa. These projects are expected to come online from 2025.

Why is solar energy important in Tunisia?

Solar energy also contributes to Tunisia’s economic development. Expanding the solar energy sector creates job opportunities in manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and research. It attracts foreign investments, particularly in large-scale solar projects like photovoltaic (PV) farms and concentrated solar power (CSP) plants.

Who is building TuNur solar power in Tunisia?

Currently, the British group NurEnergie (Figure 5) is planning to build the 4.5 GW TuNur solar power project in the governorate of Kebili, an integrated solar energy project linking Tunisia's sunny desert to European electricity markets.

Can Tunisia harness solar energy?

Abstract: Solar energy holds immense potential for Tunisia, a country blessed with abundant sunshine. With an average of over 3,000 hours of sunlight annually, Tunisia is ideally positioned to harness solar power to meet its energy demands sustainably.

When was photovoltaic installed in Tunisia?

The very first photovoltaic installation, at HammamBiadha (Siliana governorate), dates back to 1980, with a capacity of 30kWp. Subsequently, a 2MWp photovoltaic park was created to electrify certain rural areas. The Tunisian government is encouraging investment in the photovoltaic sector by covering 30% of the investment costs.