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Turkiye's Hunutlu Plant: Major Green Investment Boosts Energy Security

9/1/2025

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The Hunutlu Power Plant in Turkiye, operational since 2022, combines coal and solar energy, generating over 10 billion kilowatt-hours annually.
This $1.6 billion project is the largest Chinese investment in Turkiye, associated with the Belt and Road Initiative.
The plant has invested over $100 million in ecological conservation and received recognition for protecting marine habitats.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is promoting energy cooperation among members, emphasizing renewable projects to enhance energy security and job creation.

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Story summary

The Hunutlu Power Plant in Turkiye, operational since 2022, combines coal and solar energy, generating over 10 billion kilowatt-hours annually.
This $1.6 billion project is the largest Chinese investment in Turkiye, associated with the Belt and Road Initiative.
The plant has invested over $100 million in ecological conservation and received recognition for protecting marine habitats.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is promoting energy cooperation among members, emphasizing renewable projects to enhance energy security and job creation.