Energy in Turkey
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Energy consumption per person in Turkey is similar to the world average, and over 85 per cent is from fossil fuels. From 1990 to 2017 annual primary energy supply tripled, but then remained constant t
Karabuk Solar Energy Farm
The Kanuni is an offshore deep-sea drilling ship.
A wind farm in Gaziantep Province
According to some studies, a coal-phase out in favour of renewable energy would increase employment.
Electricity in Turkey
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Turkey uses more electricity per person than the global average, but less than the European average, with demand peaking in summer due to air conditioning. Most electricity is generated from coal, gas
Energy in Turkey
…reducing imports. The OECD has criticised the lack of carbon pricing, fossil fuel subsidies and the country's under-utilized wind and solar potential. The country's electricity supplies 20% of its energy and is generated mainly from coal, gas and hydroelectricity; with a small but growing amount from wind, solar and geothermal…
One of the Bosphoros crossings at Istanbul: 154 kV
Nostalgic tramway in Istanbul - transport is expected to once again become a major consumer with vehicles such as cars made by Togg, electric buses and trains.
Atatürk Dam in Turkey is the third largest dam in the world.
Wind turbines on the island of Bozcaada in the far west