The fourth edition of the International Energy Transition Salon, SITE 2026, commenced on Thursday in Tunis, gathering over 60 Tunisian and foreign institutions, along with 10 startups specializing in energy transition technologies. The event, set to run until October 3, 2026, is organized by the Tunisian Union of Industry, Commerce, and Traditional Industries, in partnership with the Tunisian Company of Electricity and Gas, and the National Agency for Energy Control.
The salon aims to accelerate investment in renewable energy and features a diverse range of participants, including international delegations from Italy, Germany, Libya, and other countries. This year's event is expected to attract over 700 professionals and guests, as well as around 2,500 visitors over its three-day duration. The event's program includes six international conferences, bringing together representatives from the administration, public institutions, experts, professionals, and financial institutions.
The conferences will focus on key issues and challenges in the energy transition sector, including Tunisia's energy transition strategy, major projects in the energy sector, renewable energy development, and energy storage. Discussions will also revolve around promoting the use of solar energy among small and medium-sized enterprises and consumers, electric mobility, carbon taxation, and smart grid solutions.
On the final day of the salon, an information day will be dedicated to presenting solutions, technologies, and projects, particularly in the areas of promoting solar energy use and securing and financing projects. This will provide participants with an opportunity to learn about practical solutions and new experiences in the energy sector.
The event also includes B2B meetings, bringing together institutions, investors, financial institutions, and experts to explore cooperation and partnership opportunities and finance projects in the energy sector. This initiative aligns with Tunisia's efforts to accelerate the implementation of energy transition projects and reduce its energy deficit by developing renewable energies and promoting investment and innovation.
Tunisia aims to achieve a renewable energy production share of around 35% by 2030. According to the National Observatory for Energy and Mines, renewable energy production accounted for only 2.9% of total electricity production as of June 2026. The country's installed photovoltaic capacity currently stands at approximately 630 MW, with nearly 500 MW in the residential sector and around 130 MW in the medium and high voltage sectors.
The fourth edition of the International Energy Transition Salon takes place amid a growing renewable energy sector in Tunisia, yet a gap remains between the current level and the 2030 target. Key stakeholders will continue to engage in discussions and collaborations to drive progress toward a more sustainable energy future.
Key points
- Tunisia aims to achieve 35% renewable energy production by 2030.
- The country's installed photovoltaic capacity stands at approximately 630 MW.
- The event attracted over 60 institutions and 10 startups specializing in energy transition technologies.
