Turkey’s Total Installed Electricity Capacity Reaches New Heights
At the end of March 2026, Turkey’s installed electricity capacity increased to 125,078 megawatts (MW), continuing a steady upward trend in the country’s power sector.
Renewable Energy’s Expanding Share
Renewable sources now account for 62.4% of the total capacity, equating to 78,281 MW. The share of solar power has grown notably, reaching 21.2% (26,478 MW), while wind energy contributes 12% (15,039 MW). Together, solar and wind represent 33.2% of the installed capacity, or 41,517 MW, meaning one third of Turkey’s electricity infrastructure is powered by these two sources.
Minister Highlights Rapid Growth in Renewables
Commenting on the latest figures, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar stated, “Our installed electricity capacity keeps increasing, and the share of renewables continues to rise. By the end of March, solar reached a 21.2% share. In 2025, we commissioned nearly 6,000 MW of solar and 2,000 MW of wind. Investments in solar and wind are progressing rapidly, and by year’s end, solar is expected to hold the largest share in total capacity.”
Breakdown of Installed Capacity by Source (March 2026)
| Source | Installed Capacity (MW) | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroelectric | 32,334 | 25.9 |
| Solar | 26,478 | 21.2 |
| Natural Gas | 25,041 | 20 |
| Wind | 15,039 | 12.0 |
| Domestic Coal | 11,565 | 9.2 |
| Imported Coal | 10,456 | 8.4 |
| Biomass | 2,367 | 1.9 |
| Geothermal | 1,798 | 1.4 |
| Total | 125,078 | 100 |
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