How can Tunisia achieve its 30% renewables goal?

Greater involvement by local banks in financing renewable energy projects, and bilateral cooperation to unlock further foreign investment in the sector. The report outlines recommendations to help Tunisia achieve its 30% renewables goal while boosting growth and development.

Does Tunisia rely on natural gas?

The electricity generation mix is dominated by natural gas, while renewable energy resources represented only 3.0% in 2019. This strong dependence on natural gas has serious implications for Tunisia’s energy security, since domestic production of gas has stagnated to the point of even declining in recent years.

Why does Tunisia rely on fossil fuels?

Tunisia has experienced growing dependence on imported fossil fuels over the past two decades, largely due to increasing energy consumption across its national economy and falling domestic hydrocarbon production.

Why does Tunisia have a deficit in its energy balance?

Tunisia has witnessed growing deficits in its energy balance over the past two decades. This trend is largely the result of increasing energy consumption in all economic sectors, coupled with the decline of hydrocarbon production.

Will Tunisia create an independent regulatory authority for the electricity sector?

• The procedures to create and establish an independent regulatory authority for the electricity sector are being finalised as part of Tunisia’s NDCs to ensure the achievement of its renewable energy targets. The authority will ensure compliance with regulations and will promote a transparent and fair competitive environment for private producers.1

Is Tunisia making progress in solar energy?

Tunisia is making progress in the expansion of solar energy. The country is home to the first floating photovoltaic (PV) park in the Middle East and North Africa which went online near the capital Tunis in June with an expected annual generation of 265 MWh.