Tunisia
Tunisia is at a turning point. With electricity generation still 95% reliant on natural gas—two-thirds of which is imported—the country faces growing energy insecurity. Domestic hydrocarbon production is declining, while electricity demand continues to rise. In this context, the shift to renewables is not just a climate goal—it’s an economic and strategic imperative.
From reliance to resilience: Tunisia’s energy crisis demands a greener mix
Tunisia has committed to reducing its national carbon intensity by 45% by 2030. Renewable energy is gaining ground, rising from just 1.9% of electricity production in 2022 to 5% by the end of 2024. With over 630 MW of installed renewable capacity—more than half from self-consumption—the country is laying the groundwork for a greener, more secure energy future.
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45% reduction in national carbon intensity
Tunisia aims to cut its carbon intensity by nearly half by 2030.
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630 MW installed renewable energy capacity
As of 2024, Tunisia has installed 630 MW of renewable capacity, with strong growth in self-consumption.
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35% renewables in electricity mix by 2030
The national strategy targets 35% renewables by 2030 and 50% by 2035.
MENALINKS in action
In April 2023, Tunisia adopted a new energy strategy for 2035 focused on energy security, reduced fossil fuel imports, and carbon neutrality. MENALINKS is supporting this transformation by helping to scale up renewables and strengthen grid flexibility.
Key activities include:
Supporting the development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including regulatory and technical frameworks for centralised and decentralised projects.
Advising the national utility STEG on pilot BESS deployment.
Analysing business cases for decentralised storage.
Contributing to the modernisation of the grid code and strategies for electrification across sectors.
Tunisia’s energy transition is accelerating—and MENALINKS is proud to be part of the journey toward a more resilient, low-carbon future.
