Tunisia s photovoltaic energy storage policy

What are the applications of solar energy in Tunisia?

The applications of solar energy in Tunisia are diverse. Solar PV systems are increasingly installed in residential, commercial, and industrial settings to generate electricity. Large-scale solar farms, such as the Tozeur photovoltaic plant, feed into the national grid, enhancing energy availability.

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.

How does Tunisia invest in the photovoltaic sector?

The Tunisian government is encouraging investment in the photovoltaic sector by covering 30% of the investment costs. In addition, STEG buys the surplus electricity produced.

What is the Tunisian Solar Plan (PST)?

The Tunisian Solar Plan (PST) Tunisia is a signing party to the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. The Government has thus committed to Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions in all sectors, including energy, where a reduction of 46% by 2030 compared to the base year 2010 is targeted.

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.

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.