Renewables Readiness Assessment: Republic of Azerbaijan
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This report is also available in English.
As Azerbaijan seeks to diversify its economy, measures to create an efficient and sustainable energy system has become a top priority. A renewable-based energy system would offer socio-economic benefits, help to introduce innovative technologies, and provide viable low-carbon solutions to meet national climate targets.
This Renewables Readiness Assessment (RRA) highlights potential improvements to Azerbaijan’s legal and regulatory framework, as well as financing options for renewables. Despite current reliance on oil and gas, the country has excellent wind and solar resources, along with significant prospects for biomass, geothermal and hydropower development.
The Ministry of Energy of Azerbaijan undertook this study in collaboration with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to lay the foundations for renewable energy investment going forward.
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