How is Algeria diversifying its energy sector?

Algeria is progressing with its strategy to diversify its energy sector, with a focus on a balanced mix of renewable energy, green hydrogen and traditional oil and gas development.

Can Algeria become a global hub for hydrogen development?

One of the most ambitious elements of Algeria’s diversification strategy is its goal to become a global hub for hydrogen development. With aims to meet 10% of Europe’s green hydrogen demand by 2040, Algeria is developing the SoutH2 Corridor, a 3,300-km hydrogen pipeline connecting North Africa to Italy, Germany and Austria.

How will astroenergy n-type solar modules support Algeria's high-level expansion strategy?

To support these developments, the consortium has supplied Astroenergy n-type TOPCon solar modules, integrating advanced technology into Algeria’s high-level expansion strategy. In March 2024, Turkish firm Özgün Ínşaat launched construction of the Hassi Delaa Solar Power Plant in Laghouat.

Is Algeria a key supplier of gas to the global market?

A renewed focus on unconventional gas reserves – reflected through recent MoUs signed with energy majors ExxonMobil and Chevron – are set to tap into underexplored basins, while positioning Algeria as a critical supplier of gas to the global market.

When will Algeria's solar power plant be completed?

With completion expected by late-2025 or early-2026, the plant is set to support Algeria’s energy grid with a capacity of 362 MW. In the same month, China State Construction Engineering Corporation began construction of a 300 MW solar power plant in Ouargla Province, as well as a 200 MW solar power plant in El M’Ghair.

Will Algeria unlock new oil & gas potential?

In tandem with Algeria’s push toward renewables, the country aims to unlock new oil and gas potential across six key sites – including M’Zaid, Ahara and Reggane.