ANKARA — Türkiye’s electricity generation from solar energy reached a new all-time high, underscoring the country’s rapidly expanding renewable energy capacity as summer sunshine and rising installed capacity boosted output.

According to data from the Turkish Electricity Transmission Corporation (TEİAŞ), solar power generation climbed to 185,009 megawatt-hours (MWh) in a single day, surpassing the previous record of 184,466 MWh set on June 15. The new peak reflects both favorable seasonal conditions and the continued expansion of solar installations across the country.

Türkiye has accelerated investments in renewable energy in recent years, with solar becoming one of the fastest-growing sources in its electricity mix. As of the end of May, the country’s installed electricity capacity had reached 125.6 gigawatts (GW), with solar accounting for 21.4% of total installed capacity, making it the second-largest source after hydropower.

The latest record comes as electricity demand rises during the summer months, when higher temperatures increase cooling needs. Strong solar generation helps reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, lowers electricity generation costs, and supports Türkiye’s long-term energy security and emissions reduction goals.

Energy officials expect additional renewable energy projects scheduled to come online this year to further increase solar generation, reinforcing Türkiye’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing solar power markets.

Source: Patronlar Dünyası/ Prepared by: İlayda Gök