Tunisia Solar Mailbox System

Will Tunisia's first large-scale solar export project go to Italy?

Till Stenzel, COO of Nur Energie presented to an audience of over 75 energy professionals and policy-makers its project plans for a first large-scale solar export project from Tunisia to Italy. In Tunisia, Nur Energie is developing the world’s first CSP solar export project between North Africa and Europe.

What are the applications of solar energy in Tunisia?

The applications of solar energy in Tunisia are diverse. Solar PV systems are increasingly installed in residential, commercial, and industrial settings to generate electricity. Large-scale solar farms, such as the Tozeur photovoltaic plant, feed into the national grid, enhancing energy availability.

Why is Tunisia investing in a secure electricity network?

To ensure a resilient electricity network, Tunisia is investing in modern, secure infrastructure. The ELMED interconnection project, which will link Tunisia to Italy by 2028, will play a key role in stabilizing energy supply, while supporting the energy transition in Tunisia and Europe.

Who is building TuNur solar power in Tunisia?

Currently, the British group NurEnergie (Figure 5) is planning to build the 4.5 GW TuNur solar power project in the governorate of Kebili, an integrated solar energy project linking Tunisia's sunny desert to European electricity markets.