Energy Minister: Akkuyu NPP to cover 10% of Türkiye's electricity needs

The Akkuyu nuclear power plant, after commissioning, will cover 10% of Türkiye's electricity needs, Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Fatih Donmez said in an interview with CNN Türk, Report informs via Anadolu.

According to the minister, Türkiye has mobilized all resources to achieve energy independence.

“After the delivery of the fuel, on April 27, Akkuyu will receive the official status of a nuclear power facility. After that, tests and checks will be carried out. Electricity production will begin a year after the loading of nuclear fuel. Trial production will start first. When the construction of all nuclear power units is completed, Türkiye’s electricity needs will be covered by 10 percent,” said Fatih Donmez.

He noted that all the work will be completed in 2026.