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AMEA Power Brings Tunisia’s First Utility-Scale 120 MWp Solar Project Online
Dec 22, 2025
AMEA Power has successfully commissioned a 120 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Tunisia’s Kairouan Governorate, marking a major milestone in the country’s renewable energy journey. The project is the first renewable energy installation in Tunisia with a capacity exceeding 100 MWp to achieve commercial operation under the concessions regime.
The solar plant is expected to generate approximately 222 GWh of clean electricity annually, enough to meet the power needs of nearly 43,000 households. It will also help reduce carbon emissions by an estimated 117,000 tons of CO? per year, supporting Tunisia’s national climate and energy transition goals, according to the company.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior government officials and industry leaders, including Fatma Thabet Chiboub, Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy; Faical Tarifa, CEO of STEG; Dhakar Bargaoui, Governor of Kairouan; Ouael Chouchene, Secretary of State for Energy Transition; and Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power.
Beyond its scale, the project represents several national firsts. It is the first renewable energy project under Tunisia’s concessions framework to reach both financial close and commercial operation. It is also the first in the country to feature an integrated substation with a loop-in/loop-out configuration and the first renewable facility to directly inject power into STEG’s 225 kV high-voltage transmission network.
Commenting on the achievement, Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power, said the project marks a significant step forward for Tunisia’s energy transition. He noted that connecting renewable power directly to the 225 kV grid enhances energy security while delivering clean and reliable electricity, reinforcing AMEA Power’s long-term commitment to sustainable energy development in the country.
The project is viewed as a key component of Tunisia’s mid-term energy strategy, strengthening energy independence while accelerating the shift toward low-carbon power generation.
Financing for the project was provided by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB).