A groundbreaking ceremony has marked the start of construction for a high-altitude wind power plant (WPP) in Kalbajar, Azerbaijan, with an initial capacity of 240 MW, according to Baltech Green LLC, a Turkish energy company. This ambitious project, situated at an elevation of 3,100 meters, will be the highest-altitude wind power facility in Azerbaijan, setting a new benchmark for renewable energy in the region.
The project, managed by Kalbajar Energy LLC—a joint venture with Clean Energy Capital LLC, a subsidiary of AGEC—already has two wind-measurement masts operational, gathering critical data to optimize the site’s potential. A lidar system is also slated for installation to enhance site assessments. The initiative aligns with Azerbaijan’s long-term commitment to advancing its green energy agenda, supported by strong governmental backing.
The Kalbajar WPP is projected to commence commercial operations in early 2028, delivering an initial capacity of 200–240 MW. This project is part of Azerbaijan’s broader plan to develop eight industrial-scale solar and wind power plants by 2027, with a combined capacity of approximately 2 GW. These projects, backed by $2.8 billion in foreign and domestic investments, are expected to generate 5.3 billion kWh of renewable energy annually, increase the share of renewables in the national energy mix to 32.6%, conserve 1.2 billion cubic meters of natural gas each year, and cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2.5 million tons.
Looking ahead, Azerbaijan aims to achieve 6 GW of installed renewable energy capacity by 2030, with 4 GW earmarked for export, reinforcing its role as a key player in the global transition to sustainable energy.
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