Baku, February 27, AZERTAC
Parviz Shahbazov, Azerbaijan's Minister of Energy, met with Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar.
Minister Parviz Shahbazov praised the successful partnership with Masdar in the field of solar and wind energy.
The sides reviewed the implementation status of solar energy projects with a total capacity of 760 MW in Bilasuvar and Neftchala, as well as wind energy projects with a capacity of more than 200 MW in the Absheron and Garadagh districts.
They also highly appreciated the close cooperation between the government and the company in implementing the projects.
The parties agreed to speed up the work within the project to ensure the commissioning of the 445 MW Bilasuvar solar power plant (SPP) by the end of the year.
The discussions also revolved around the Azerbaijan's regional energy connectivity initiatives.
The sides particularly noted that the successful implementation of the Southern Gas Corridor project has made a significant contribution to Europe's energy security.
The two exchanged views on the prospects of new interconnector projects for the export of electricity, including green energy, to Europe.
The meeting highlighted the regional significance of the projects implemented and planned by “Masdar” in Azerbaijan. The sides expressed their intention to further expand the partnership in the future.
Source: azertag.az
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