Tunisia Solar PV Market Report
This report will explore the current landscape of Tunisian solar energy market, including qualitative and quantitative insights, market trends, relevant regulations and policies, and other key factors affecting the industry.
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About This Report
Tunisia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Trends
Tunisia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Forecasting
Tunisia is scaling up its solar energy capacity as part of its broader renewable energy goals. By 2024, the country had installed xxx MW of solar PV. Although Tunisia’s official 2030 target is 3,800 MW from all renewable sources, the pipeline of solar projects alone could push solar capacity close to xxx MW. This suggests that solar PV may exceed its expected share and become the dominant contributor to Tunisia’s energy transition.
Tunisia has set a target to generate 30% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030, with solar PV expected to be a major contributor. High solar potential across the country, combined with rising energy demand and a dependence on fossil fuel imports, is pushing the government to accelerate solar deployment. With planned solar projects on the rise, Tunisia is positioning solar energy at the core of its strategy to strengthen energy security and meet its climate commitments.
Tunisia’s Solar PV Market Trends:
1- Private Sector Participation:
Tunisia enables private sector involvement in renewable energy generation through supportive regulations. Companies and private entities are allowed to produce renewable electricity for self-consumption and sell up to 30% of their surplus to the national utility, STEG. This framework fosters independent power production and opens opportunities for large- and medium-scale solar PV deployment.
2- International Partnerships and Financing:
Tunisia’s solar sector benefits from active collaboration with global financial institutions and development partners. Notable examples include:
- A €xx million loan by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and up to €xx million in concessional financing from Finland’s HIPCA to support a xxx MW solar plant in Feriana.
- A xxx MW solar project in Kairouan received up to $xx million in debt funding from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the African Development Bank (AfDB), underscoring the role of blended finance in accelerating solar deployment.
3- Competitive Tenders for Utility-Scale Projects:
Tunisia has launched a series of competitive tenders to expand its solar PV capacity, reflecting its commitment to transparent project allocation:
- In December 2024, xxx MW was awarded across four major projects.
- October 2024 saw the launch of a xxx MW tender, followed by an additional xxx MW round in January 2025.
Overall, the country is targeting xxx MW of large-scale solar projects through tenders scheduled between 2024 and 2027.
Table Of Contents
- Research Design
- Objectives
- Information Resources
- Methodology
- Introduction
- Solar PV Initiatives and Programs
- Government Regulations and Policies
- Electricity Tariff
- Solar PV Installed Capacity
- Major Upcoming Solar PV Projects
- Solar PV Market Forecasting
Scope Of The Report
Tunisia Solar PV Market is segmented by deployment type. Market sizing and forecasts are based on installed capacity (MW).
Deployment
- On-Grid
Frequently Asked Questions
By 2024, the country had installed xxx MW of solar PV.
Tunisia has established a robust policy framework to accelerate solar energy development. Central to this is the Tunisian Solar Plan, which targets 30% renewable electricity by 2030, largely driven by solar PV.The 2015 Renewable Energy Law allows private producers to sell surplus power to STEG.
Tunisia’s main challenges include slow project approvals, limited private investment, and an outdated electricity grid that needs upgrades to handle more solar power.
