Turkey's General Directorate of Highways Expands Solar Power Projects Nationwide
Following the success of its initial two solar power plants, Turkey’s General Directorate of Highways (KGM) is now setting up its third solar facility and planning three additional projects. Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, announced plans to expand these solar installations nationwide.
The KGM launched its first photovoltaic plant in 2017. Pleased with the savings achieved, Uraloğlu pledged to extend the use of such facilities throughout Turkey. He emphasized that photovoltaics are both environmentally friendly and cost-efficient, helping to reduce energy imports.
The Çeşme solar power plant, which has a peak capacity of 1.05 MW and a 990 kW grid connection, has already made a significant impact. Uraloğlu highlighted that the initial plant, located near Izmir, has contributed TRY 43.4 million (EUR 1.21 million) so far. Notably, around 100 kW of this capacity is installed on canopies above a parking area. According to KGM, the total annual output of the plant is 1.5 GWh.
The success of these initiatives underscores Turkey's commitment to sustainable energy solutions, with KGM leading the way in integrating renewable energy into public infrastructure. Uraloğlu’s announcement signals a broader national strategy to harness solar power, aiming to boost energy independence and reduce environmental impact.
Source: SolarQuarters
