Within the framework of the Public and Municipal Renewable Energy Project (KAYEP), which is financed by the World Bank, funded by the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, and carried out by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change under the financial assurance of the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, the feasibility studies of the Solar Power Plant (SPP) project planned to be installed at our University within the scope of the 'Preparation of Feasibility Studies for Renewable Energy Facilities in Public Buildings' studies have been completed.
The feasibility studies of the project, which attracts attention as a project that supports ecological sustainability and increases renewable energy resources, were carried out under the leadership of Engineer Yeliz Tanış from the General Directorate of Construction Works of the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change. Representing our university, Erdem Zengin, Branch Manager of the Department of Construction and Technical Affairs, Ekrem Arslanel, Energy Manager, İbrahim Elmas, Electrical and Electronics Engineer, Ümit Koç, Electrical Technician, and consultant company officials actively contributed to this process. It was stated that the studies were carried out comprehensively and the technical and environmental aspects of the project were evaluated in detail.
As a result of the preliminary examinations, the areas identified were deemed to meet the criteria for the solar energy efficiency project. After the feasibility studies were completed, a detailed briefing about the project was presented to our Rector Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hamdi Topal. In this context, the SPP project, which is planned to meet the energy needs of our university and support sustainable energy use, will be implemented with an environmentally friendly approach. With the completion of the feasibility studies, the processes for taking the necessary steps to implement the project will accelerate.
In his speech evaluating the project, our Rector emphasized that the Solar Power Plant is a strategic step for our University. Our Rector thanked all stakeholders who contributed to the project and stated that the power plant will not only meet our energy needs but also support our environmental sustainability goals.
Our Rector also stated that the project will contribute to the educational and research activities of our University, as well as promote the use of clean and renewable energy, and said that such projects are of great importance to increase their positive impact on the environment and society. Stating that he has full support and confidence in the project, our Rector noted that the SPP will provide long-term benefits to our University and our country.
