Because it’s where Etemad Sun Solar, currently Afghanistan’s only known solar panel manufacturer, is based, apparently making around 300 panels a day. Plus, the Herat Industrial Zone also has a site earmarked for a 40 MW solar PV plant – smart thinking!
[pdf] Solar manufacturing in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is projected to reach 44 GW by 2029, according to analysis by Wood Mackenzie. The consultancy is also expecting installations in the region to exceed 140 GW by the end of the decade.
[pdf] Solar panels have become more cost-effective and accessible for purchase. The government and various organizations are also assisting the population in utilizing solar energy. The price range for solar panels in Afghanistan is approximately $0.09 to $0.13 per watt.
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