Who produces the most electricity in Tunisia?

While STEG controls the vast majority (91.7%) of installed generating capacity and generates 84% of the country's electricity, there is one independent power producer, Carthage Power Company, operating in Tunisia. Carthage Power Company owns and operates a 471-MW combined cycle power plant.

Who makes wind turbines in Tunisia?

Additionally, SOCOMENIN, a private company based in Tunisia, produces wind turbine tower, and local industry has the tooling and skills required to manufacture mechanical, electrical, and electronic components.

What percentage of Tunisia's electricity is generated from natural gas?

In 2020, natural gas made up 86% of Tunisia's installed capacity and 95% of power generation, while renewable energy made up 13% of installed capacity and 5% of power generation. Fossil fuels represent the majority of Tunisia's electricity generation mix (approximately 97%), with natural gas being the primary fuel source.

Why does Tunisia need more electricity?

As one of the most climate vulnerable Mediterranean countries, Tunisia's electrical system is expecting increased demand resulting from expanding peak-hour demand patterns, intensifying cooling needs stemming from greater warm spells, and increasing desalination needs.

What drives Tunisia's energy transition?

Three key drivers will dictate Tunisia's energy transition: energy security, given Tunisia's growing energy balance deficit; economics, given the relative decrease in the price of renewables; and environment, given the Country's commitment to reduce domestic greenhouse gas emissions.

Does Tunisia have solar power?

Tunisia has significant solar potential given the country's high irradiance, ranging from 1800 kWh/m2 per year in the North to 2600 kWh/m2 per year in the South. This equals approximately 1,980 sunshine hours per year.