The Tunisian Engineers' Association has developed an energy roadmap aimed at enhancing the country's energy security and preventing a recurrence of the challenges experienced during the 2026 summer. According to the association's dean, Mohsen El-Gharsi, the roadmap was prepared by a team of engineers and experts who analyzed the country's energy situation and proposed practical solutions. The roadmap's primary objective is to ensure a stable energy supply and mitigate the impact of peak demand during the summer months.
El-Gharsi stated that the 2026 summer crisis served as a wake-up call, highlighting the need for proactive measures to address the country's energy challenges. The association decided to go beyond diagnosing the problems and instead opted to develop concrete proposals to address the energy sector's shortcomings. The roadmap includes several key recommendations, such as recovering available capacity through maintenance, securing peak demand requirements, and accelerating self-production of electricity using solar energy.
The proposed roadmap also emphasizes the need to control demand, protect vital infrastructure, and develop networks and storage systems. El-Gharsi stressed that preparations for the 2027 summer should begin immediately, given the limited time available for decision-making and implementation of maintenance and investment projects. He warned that if urgent action is not taken, the country may face similar challenges during the upcoming summer.
The Tunisian Engineers' Association is not seeking to replace the state, government, or the Tunisian Electricity and Gas Company, but rather to offer its expertise and engineering capabilities to help address the energy sector's challenges. El-Gharsi emphasized that the association's goal is to transition from the study phase to the implementation phase, with a focus on translating the roadmap's recommendations into tangible actions on the ground.
El-Gharsi praised the engineers, technicians, and experts who contributed to the development of the roadmap, highlighting the critical role that engineers play in not only identifying problems but also providing solutions and contributing to their implementation. He expressed the association's willingness to continue discussing and refining the roadmap, as well as monitoring its implementation.
The association's dean stressed that energy security is no longer solely a technical issue, but is also closely linked to economic sovereignty, social stability, and the rights of future generations. He emphasized that the roadmap's success will depend on its translation into concrete actions and its adoption by the relevant authorities.
The Tunisian Engineers' Association's energy roadmap is a comprehensive plan that aims to address the country's energy challenges and ensure a stable energy supply. The association's proposals focus on practical solutions, including increasing energy production, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing the overall resilience of the energy sector.
Key points
- The Tunisian Engineers' Association proposes an energy roadmap to enhance energy security and prevent a repeat of the 2026 summer crisis.
- The roadmap includes recommendations such as recovering available capacity, securing peak demand requirements, and accelerating self-production of electricity using solar energy.
- The association emphasizes the need for immediate action to prepare for the 2027 summer and avoid similar challenges.
