Algeria’s efforts to diversify its energy mix include attracting Turkish investment in renewable energy projects.
The North African nation, heavily reliant on oil and gas exports, aims to produce 15,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity from renewable sources by 2035.
This aligns with its national energy strategy, emphasizing solar, wind, and green hydrogen development.
Recent discussions between Algerian officials and Turkish firms show a deepening partnership to achieve these goals.
In April 2025, Algeria also launched the Taqathy+ initiative with the European Union and Germany, securing €28 million (N51 billion) to advance renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.
Noureddine Yassaa, Secretary of State for Renewable Energy, said, “The signing of the implementation contract for Taqathy+ constitutes a decisive milestone towards a fruitful cooperation and a rich exchange of experiences centered on sustainable energy solutions.”
Turkish long-standing interest in Algerian renewable energy projects
Turkish firms have long expressed strong interest in Algeria’s solar energy potential.
In 2022, Mesut Toprak, the CEO of TAYPA, part of the TAY Turkish Textile Group, met with Algeria’s Minister of Energy, Mohamed Arkab, to discuss the manufacture of photovoltaic solar panels in Algeria as well as the exploitation of silicon.
Recently, Algeria also partnered with China to manufacture solar panels.
In 2021, the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) established solar and wind energy laboratories at the Cherchell Vocational Training Center in Algeria, providing training to Algerian specialists.
Yacine Merabi, Minister of Vocational Training of Algeria, said, “Algerian specialists should be trained in renewable energy in Turkey”.
This interest persists, with Turkey’s renewable energy sector seeking opportunities in Algeria’s vast desert regions, ideal for large-scale solar farms.
Turkey’s experience in wind and hydro projects further complements Algeria’s renewable energy goals.
In addition, Algeria anticipated a $50 billion investment to transform its hydrocarbon sector through a licensing round in January 2025.
Impact of Turkey’s Investment
Algeria’s pursuit of Turkish investment aims to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, which account for over 90% of its export revenue.
“Cooperation between Algeria and Turkey in various fields, mainly steel, energy, textiles, and desert farming, has produced remarkable results, yet we see great potential to expand this cooperation to include renewable energy projects and pharmaceutical industries.
Turkish companies can take advantage of several incentives offered by Algeria in this field,” the Algerian Minister said.
They intend to target a $10 billion (N16 billion) trade volume after hitting an all-time high of nearly $6 billion (N9.6 billion) in 2024.
“Two-way trade between the two countries reached an unprecedented level last year as it hit a record high of nearly $6 billion (N9.6 billion),” said Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf.
