As of early 2024, the installed capacity of solar energy in Azerbaijan remains relatively modest compared to its potential. Despite advancements in solar energy, the overall installed
BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 25. Azerbaijan''s solar and wind energy generation significantly rose in January 2026. Data obtained by Trend from the State Statistics Committee
Overall, Azerbaijan''s renewable energy potential is estimated at 135 gigawatts onshore and 157 gigawatts offshore. By 2030, the government aims to bring 6.5 gigawatts of solar, wind, and
From January to November 2025, solar power plants in Azerbaijan produced 572,5 million kWh of electricity, according to Renewables.az citing the State Statistical Committee. This
Azerbaijan plans to commission a total of 10 new solar and wind power plants over the next two years. This ambitious plan is backed by a $2.7 billion investment and aims to increase the
Azerbaijan began installment of its first major solar plant in 2023. [6] The government of Azerbaijan aims to increase share of renewables in total electricity production to 30% by 2030.
In contrast, solar power generation saw a significant increase. During the same period, solar power plants in the country produced 334.2 million kWh of electricity, representing a 38.7
As Azerbaijan is relatively sunny, it has excellent solar power potential. According to the Ministry of Energy, technical potential is around 23 000 MW. The country''s 2 400 to 3 200 sunshine hours
OverviewRenewable energy sources in AzerbaijanState Agency on Alternative and Renewable Energy SourcesAnnual report
Gas and oil make up two-thirds of Azerbaijan''s GDP, making it one of the top ten most fossil fuel-dependent economies in the world. Azerbaijan has some renewable energy projects. These include hydropower, wind, and solar and biomass power plants. The country''s currently installed renewable energy capacity is 4.5 MW. Azerbaijan began installment of its first major solar plant in 2023. The government of Azerbaijan aims to increase
Azerbaijan''s solar power plants generated 407.9 million kWh of electricity from January to August 2025, a 13% increase compared with the same period last year, according to the State
In January-September of 2025, Azerbaijan''s solar power plants generated 484.1 million kWh of electricity, marking a12% increase year-on-year, Report informs, citing the country''s State
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