Turkey’s total electricity installed capacity reached 126,944 megawatts by the end of August 2026, with 79,902 megawatts of this capacity coming from recyclable energy sources. The share of renewable energy in the total portfolio climbed to 62.9 percent, with the steady growth in solar energy installed capacity being particularly noteworthy.

The Rise of Solar and Wind Continues

According to the latest official information, Turkey continues to prioritize domestic and recyclable energy sources in its electricity production infrastructure. While the ratio of domestic sources to total installed capacity has reached 72.1 percent, solar and wind power plants play a critical role in recyclable energy.

As of August 2026, solar power installed capacity increased to 27,914 megawatts, reaching 22% of the total. Wind power accounted for 12.2% with a capacity of 15,434 megawatts. Thus, the total installed capacity from solar and wind sources alone reached 43,348 megawatts, shouldering more than one-third (34.2%) of the country’s electricity infrastructure.

Distribution of Electricity Installed Capacity Sources in Turkey

When examined by source, hydroelectric power plants maintain their first place with a 25.5% share and a capacity of 32,331 megawatts. Solar power is consolidating its position as the second largest source, surpassing natural gas.

2053 Targets and Emphasis on Energy Independence

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar, evaluating the data, points out that investments will continue uninterrupted.

Bayraktar stated that increasing clean power capacity both strengthens supply security and is a key step towards reducing carbon emissions, adding that Turkey will reflect its vision on a global scale during the COP31 process. In line with the 2053 Net Zero Emissions goal, grid flexibility and renewable power integration are among the most important topics for the upcoming period.