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 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%.

What is the future of energy in Türkiye?

Transformative opportunities remain to be tapped in renewables, energy efficiency and electrification, building on remarkable recent progress. Approximately 70 percent of (gross) greenhouse gas emissions in Türkiye are energy-related, including from power, industry, transport and buildings.

What is the energy supply in Türkiye?

As of 2021, Türkiye’s total energy supply was met by natural gas (31 percent), oil (27 percent), and coal (25 percent), while energy supply from wind, solar and other renewable energy sources accounted for 16 percent.

How is energy technology assessment used in Türkiye?

The results of this detailed energy technology assessment are used to facilitate a soft linking of a power system and a CGE model to assess these impacts. The represents the first use of this methodology in Türkiye. 3. Methodology and background data

Can higher wind and solar energy share improve Turkey's transmission grid?

The model provides detailed insights into the impacts of higher wind and solar energy share for the secure and reliable operation of Turkey's transmission grid. Moreover, the model allows assessing the benefits of flexibility measures for grid integration of renewables.