COLOMBO, 12 March, 2021 (TON): While participating in a recent official discussion with the Turk ambassador, Power Minister Dullas Alahapperuma stated that the government is planning to halt using diesel for power generation by 2030.

"The contribution of green and renewable energy to the national power generation will be increased to 70%, the share of diesel to generate power will be reduced to 5% by the year 2025," the Minister said.

The ministry is planning to explore new sources to end the diesel usage for power generation alongside developing existing renewable sources, he stressed.

During the discussion, the Turkish Ambassador agreed to provide the technical assistance required for the development of renewable energy to enhance the power sector in the country. 

With announcing the plan of diesel usage, he also looks forward to investments, both in public and private sectors as he says Turkey intends to involve private investors, thus, new energy projects in the country are to be established to advance the industry.