Is Tunisia ready for a large-scale solar project?

It previously completed a 500 MW solar tender in December 2019. In October 2024, Tunisia launched a new tender for 200 MW of large-scale solar, with submissions due by Jan. 15, 2025. Tunisia’s total solar capacity reached 506 MW by the end of 2023, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

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.

Is Tunisia building a solar power plant?

Tunisia has commenced construction on two 10 MW solar projects in Kasserine Governorate, developed by energy firms Qair and Mazarine. 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.

Will Tunisia install 1.7GW of new renewable power capacity?

Tunisia plans to award contracts for 1.7GW of new renewable power capacity. Image: Voltalia. Tunisia has announced the winners of tenders for over 500MW of solar capacity, part of a series of tenders to install 1.7GW of new renewable power capacity.

How much money does Tunisia need to invest in renewable power?

Figures from Enerdata suggest that Tunisia will need to invest around US$300 million a year until 2030 to reach a threshold of 500MW of annual renewable capacity additions, if it is to hit its target of accounting for 35% of power generation with renewable power.

Who financed the AMEA power project in Tunisia?

The USD 86 million project is financed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and the African Development Bank (AfDB). The project was initially awarded to AMEA Power through an internationl tender program that was launched by Tunisia’s Ministry of Industry and SMEs.