How much natural gas is stored in Türkiye?

Türkiye will greatly increase its natural gas storage capacity from about 155 billion cubic feet (Bcf) in 2022 to more than 353 Bcf by the end of 2023. Its two primary underground storage locations are in Silivri and at Lake Tuz.6,7

How has energy consumption changed in Türkiye?

In the five-year period from 2019 to 2024, Türkiye experienced a 14% increase in electricity consumption (+42 TWh). Three quarters of this increase was met by the rise in wind and solar generation. However, year-on-year imported fossil fuel generation still increased to meet the remaining demand growth.

What type of energy does Türkiye generate?

Approximately 56% of Türkiye’s electric power generation capacity consist of renewable energy, including hydroelectric, wind, solar, geothermal, and biomass power plants, making Türkiye the fifth-largest generator of renewable energy in Europe and the 11th largest in the world.

How can Türkiye provide diversity in energy production & storage?

As a country rich in hydroelectric capacity, Türkiye can provide diversity in energy production and storage by installing pumped storage hydroelectric power plants, a technology over a hundred years old, to its portfolio, while balancing the increasing production of wind and solar.

How much power will Türkiye have in 2035?

According to Türkiye’s 2020–2035 National Energy Plan, Türkiye’s power generation capacity will reach 189.7 GW in 2035 (a 79% increase from 2023). Türkiye’s share of renewable energy will increase to 64.7% with solar power capacity increasing 432% and wind capacity increasing 158%.

How has solar power impacted Türkiye's electricity demand?

The recent increase in solar electricity generation has also played an important role in meeting Türkiye's increasing electricity demand year by year. Electricity demand increased by 5.5% (+18 TWh) in 2024 to reach a record 342 TWh.