Azerbaijan: Azerbaijan balances energy security and sustainability, said the Deputy Minister of Energy Kamal Abbasov during his speech at the Baku Energy Forum, APA-Economics reports.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, he stated that while continuing to invest in gas infrastructure, Azerbaijan is also seriously focusing on the development of the renewable energy sector. Abbasov highlighted the country’s strong solar and wind potential, particularly in regions like Absheron and Karabakh, as areas where Azerbaijan aims to diversify its energy sources and reduce emissions by leveraging these opportunities.
The Deputy Minister further noted that last year’s hosting of COP29 illustrates Azerbaijan’s support for global climate goals and its active participation in the energy transition. He emphasized the country’s efforts to establish an appropriate balance between energy security and environmental sustainability.
Kamal Abbasov also mentioned that in response to shifting global gas markets, Azerbaijan is enhancing natural gas production and infrastructure while continuing to meet the energy needs of partner countries. Concurrently, the nation supports the shift to clean energy by expanding the renewable energy sector.