BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 10
Trend:
Transformation of the Azerbaijan energy sector has been beneficial not only for the country but also for European energy security, US Ambassador to Azerbaijan Lee Litzenberger said, Trend reports.
Litzenberger made the statement during the closing ceremony of the Advanced Regional Energy Security Symposium 2021 – the Caucasus.
Market based reforms in the Azerbaijan electricity sector are critical to accelerating the transition to green energy.
In his words, by growing its renewable energy potential, Azerbaijan can become an important player in energy security in the region and beyond.
Litzenberger also said that the United States has a lot of expertise and a lot of companies with expertise in renewable technologies.
"I know that US companies are prepared to partner with Azerbaijan in bringing renewable to the market. The best way to get US companies involved is through the transparent tender process that will attract the best offers, the best talents, and the best solutions to the challenges Azerbaijan faces."