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How much solar power does Algeria have in 2021?

In 2021, solar represented only around 2% of Algeria’s installed capacity with 448 MW. However, the country has an ambitious renewable energy programme, as it aims to auction 4 GW of solar by 2024 and reach 22 GW of renewable capacity by 2030, including 62% from solar PV and 23% from wind.

What is Algeria's energy mix?

Despite the recent increase in renewable energy capacity and generation, ambitious targets, and investment plans, Algeria’s energy mix has remained predominantly fossil based. In 2021, almost all the energy produced in the country was derived from natural gas and oil products. The same applied to the type of power consumed.

How many solar panels are there in Algeria?

“In total, Algeria has an assembly capacity of 500 MW for solar modules, which is expected to increase to 600 MW to 700 MW by the end of 2025,” said Clean Power’s Bakli. Alongside Zergoun, the manufacturer Lagua Solaire has 200 MW of annual capacity for solar panel production in Algeria.

When will Algeria's solar project produce its first power?

Algeria’s Solar 1,000 MW scheme is expected to produce its first power at the end of 2023, according to the state-owned company Shaems, which oversees the project.

How much does solar power cost in Algeria?

Algeria’s Hamdi Eurl won two 80 MW plants and domestic PV panel maker Zergoun, alongside Ozgun, secured 80 MW in Guerara. The 19 projects represent an investment of €1.8 billion ($1.96 billion) and the solar power prices proposed by the bidders ranged from €0.54/W to €0.81/W, with an average price of €0.625/W.

What is Algeria aiming for in 2023?

In September 2023, the country developed a national strategy with those aims. Algeria aspires to produce and export between 30 TWh and 40 TWh per year of gaseous liquid hydrogen, and its derivatives, which could generate around $10 billion annually.