October 20, 2026

Tunisia Japan Renewable Energy Cooperation to Reach 400 MW by 2028

Tunisia-Japan Renewable Energy Collaboration Expands

Tunis, Oct. 19 — Tunisia’s renewable energy cooperation with Japan is evolving beyond photovoltaic projects into wind energy, with Japanese companies planning to develop renewable energy projects totaling 400 megawatts by 2028.

Tunisia Japan Renewable Energy Wind Power Development

Among the companies involved is Toyota Tsusho, which is expanding its operations in Tunisia to include wind-power developments. This move marks a significant broadening of involvement in the country’s renewable energy sector.

Tunisia Japan Renewable Energy Photovoltaic Projects

Japan-backed initiatives have already established photovoltaic demonstration plants in Tozeur and Sidi Bouzid, positioning Tunisia as an early North African destination for Japanese investment in renewable energy.

Tunisia Japan Renewable Energy Grid Integration and Capacity Building

Hitachi is also contributing to the ELMED Tunisia–Italy electricity interconnection, a critical infrastructure project aimed at enhancing renewable energy integration and enabling future electricity exchanges with Europe.

Tunisia Japan Renewable Energy Strategic Importance

The expansion of cooperation aims to diversify Tunisia’s electricity mix, enhance domestic generation capacity, and support its transition to clean energy. However, success will require improvements in the investment and regulatory frameworks to attract further involvement.

Tunisia Japan Renewable Energy Sources

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