Turkish-Cypriot engineers propose Cyprus-Turkey electrical interconnection

During a discussion held in Antalya as part of the COP31 climate conference, Turkish-Cypriot engineers proposed establishing an electrical interconnection between Cyprus and Turkey. The proposal was presented by Murat Fahrioglu, a member of the Energy Committee of the Union of Turkish Cypriot Engineers and Architects (KTMMOB), who argued that this specific route is the most suitable option due to its geographical proximity and lower implementation costs. According to the union, integrating Cyprus into a larger electrical network would enhance grid stability and facilitate a more efficient transition toward renewable energy sources.

In the same panel discussion, which focused on energy transition and planning in the era of climate change, another committee member, Yusuf Avcioglu, expanded the scope of potential cooperation. He suggested that regional integration should move beyond electricity to include natural gas, telecommunications, data transfer, and water infrastructure. The speakers emphasized that climate change and energy security are transnational issues that require collaborative planning across the Eastern Mediterranean region. No specific timeline or formal government approval for these infrastructure projects was announced, as the discussion remained within the framework of professional academic and technical debate.