Tunisia's Secretary of State for Energy Transition, Wael Chouchene, has emphasized that the country's transition to clean energy is now a top strategic priority. Speaking at the opening of the second edition of the Ifriqiya Energy Hub in Tunis, Chouchene highlighted the need for Tunisia to overcome its structural deficit and reliance on imports. The government aims to turn these challenges into opportunities for industrial competitiveness and attractiveness.
The transformation of Tunisia's national energy model is based on two main pillars: the large-scale deployment of renewable energies and the improvement of energy efficiency. To achieve these ambitions, the government is calling for synergy between public and private capital to invest in modernizing networks, storage infrastructure, and innovation. This approach is expected to help Tunisia reduce its dependence on imports and enhance its energy security.
Rania Marzougui, CEO of ETAP and head of the General Directorate of Hydrocarbons, stressed that the country's energy security requires strict diversification of supplies combined with a boost to national production. Tunisia's strategic location at the crossroads of the Mediterranean and Africa makes it an ideal hub for regional energy cooperation. The country plans to strengthen its electrical interconnections with Europe and its Maghrebi neighbors.
The Ifriqiya Energy Hub, organized jointly by TENS, ETAP, and ANME, brings together African and Arab experts and decision-makers to establish cross-border partnerships and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. This year's edition, themed "Leadership and Cooperation for a Safe and Sustainable Energy Future," aims to promote cooperation and knowledge sharing in the energy sector.
Tunisia's energy transition is driven by the need to address its energy deficit and reduce its reliance on imports. The country's current energy model is unsustainable, and a shift towards clean energy is seen as essential for its economic and environmental future. The government's commitment to clean energy is expected to create new opportunities for investment and job creation.
The Ifriqiya Energy Hub provides a platform for stakeholders to discuss the challenges and opportunities in Tunisia's energy sector. The event features experts and decision-makers from across Africa and the Arab world, offering a unique opportunity for networking and collaboration. By working together, participants aim to develop innovative solutions to Tunisia's energy challenges and accelerate the country's transition to a low-carbon economy.
The success of Tunisia's clean energy ambitions will depend on the government's ability to attract investment and implement its plans. The country's energy sector is expected to play a critical role in its economic development, and a successful transition to clean energy could have significant benefits for the country's competitiveness and attractiveness.
Key points
- Tunisia aims to deploy renewable energies on a large scale and improve energy efficiency to achieve its clean energy goals.
- The country plans to strengthen its electrical interconnections with Europe and its Maghrebi neighbors to become a regional energy hub.
- The Ifriqiya Energy Hub brings together experts and decision-makers to establish cross-border partnerships and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy.
