The Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Electricity is taking new steps to attract foreign investment in clean energy. The ministry confirmed that a Turkish company has formally expressed interest in developing a 25-megawatt solar power project. This move signals growing international confidence in the region’s renewable-energy potential.
Kamal Mohammed Salih, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Minister of Electricity, received Salahaddin Yildiz, head of Turkey’s Hasili Company, during an official meeting in Erbil. Advisers and directors from the ministry’s administration, production, and distribution departments also attended.
According to the ministry, the meeting focused on Hasili’s plan to build a 25 MW solar power plant in the Kurdistan Region. The company requested information about land options, technical needs, and regulatory steps. In response, the ministry welcomed the proposal and said it is ready to support every part of the investment process.
Minister Salih stressed that the KRG is committed to ensuring a smooth path for foreign investors. He said the ministry will provide all required data, technical guidelines, and sector details. Moreover, he noted that clean energy is a strategic priority as the region works to diversify its electricity sources and reduce reliance on traditional fuels.
Hasili Company is a well-known energy firm in Turkey with long experience in solar production. It currently generates about 1,000 MW of solar electricity. It also holds contracts to supply another 500 MW soon. Now, the company aims to expand its operations by entering the Kurdistan Region’s growing renewable-energy market.
The ministry described this interest as an important step toward deeper cooperation with global energy firms. Officials said foreign partnerships can speed up the region’s shift toward sustainable electricity. They can also create jobs, improve grid stability, and support long-term economic growth.
Because of this, the KRG believes that attracting capable foreign investors will play a key role in shaping the future of renewable energy in the Kurdistan Region.
