Erdogan: Türkiye leads in green energy investments

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Türkiye is leading in green energy investments, with the share of renewable energy in total energy capacity rising to over 60% as of this year.

Speaking at the 11th Energy Efficiency Forum and Exhibition in Istanbul, the Turkish leader emphasized that the world's energy needs are increasing year by year in parallel with the growing population and economy.

According to him, Türkiye has become one of the leading countries investing in green energy in recent years.

"The share of renewable energy in our total installed capacity has surpassed 60% as of this year," Erdogan said.

According to the head of state, the government is working to take the country to the next level in nuclear energy, Anadolu reported.

"We have other nuclear power plant projects in addition to Akkuyu, and discussions on these are ongoing," Erdogan said.