Extension of Renewable Energy Support Scheme (YEKDEM)

Source: International Energy Agency
Last updated: 15 June 2021
YEKDEM is Renewable Energy Resources Support Scheme to incentivize renewable energy production in Turkey. On 17th September 2020, the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resource extended YEKDEM application deadline for another six months. Accordingly, electricity producers can benefit from YEKDEM scheme if the relevant renewable energy plant enters into service before 30 June 2021.The new rates will cover REN investments which have been granted a REN certificate between 1/07/2021 and 31/12/2025, with a validity over 10 years.

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