17:09 - 25.09.2025

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September 25, Fineko/abc.az. Starting with the second phase, the implementation of energy storage systems is entrusted to investors, as variable sources-solar and wind-are unstable and affect grid stability.

ABC.AZ reports that Elchin Targulayev, a solar and wind energy specialist at SOCAR Green, stated about this at the Azerbaijan & Central Asia Green Energy Week 2025.

According to Targullayev, such sources require flexibility, but the grid itself has its limits.

«Therefore, batteries are needed to smooth out these fluctuations. The second phase (until 2030–2032) is primarily dedicated to technology maturity: integrating renewable energy sources with storage systems into the power grid and, in part, exporting electricity to neighboring countries. After 2032, we can talk about the long-term phase-the phase of becoming an energy exporter. This is Azerbaijan's ultimate goal: to become an exporter of green energy, just as it previously became an exporter of oil and gas," Targulayev added.

He pointed out that at this stage, projects will be implemented on a gigawatt scale, not a megawatt scale.

"As far as I know, the Ministry of Energy is already working with consultants to develop an implementation structure, source allocation, and a schedule for the phased export of up to 4 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2040. Such a quantity of green energy will require extremely careful planning, as renewable energy sources are unstable and require a well-thought-out implementation schedule to ensure smooth integration and project success," the specialist stated.