Who is developing a 100 MW solar plant in Turkmenistan?

Turkmenistan’s state power corporation Turkmenenergo and United Arab Emirates Masdar and are currently developing a 100 MW solar plant in Turkmenistan. The new project follows the recent launch of a 10 MW hybrid wind-solar project and will help the country achieve the deployment of its first solar projects.

Does Turkmenistan have solar power?

According to data from the International Renewable Energy Agency, Turkmenistan had no solar or wind capacity installed as of 2021. Its total renewable energy capacity in 2021 was 2 MW, all from hydroelectric power.

Will Turkmenistan achieve its first solar project?

The new project follows the recent launch of a 10 MW hybrid wind-solar project and will help the country achieve the deployment of its first solar projects. Turkmenistan has installed zero solar capacity to date.

When is Turkmenistan ready for solar?

“The document prescribes to begin construction work in July 2022 and to hand over the facility in full readiness for operation in January 2024.” According to data from the International Renewable Energy Agency, Turkmenistan had no solar or wind capacity installed as of 2021.

How to assess wind energy resources in Turkmenistan?

To assess wind energy resources within Turkmenistan, wind speed values at different heights are used. Wind directions, repeatability, strength and speed were determined.

Will turkmenenergo build a wind-solar park?

In July, Turkmenenergo signed an agreement with Turkish developer Çalik Enerji Sanaýi we Tijaret A.Ş. for the construction of a 10 MW hybrid wind-solar park, with 3 MW of solar. That plant is located near the recently completed artificial lake Altyn Asyr.