Most of the first wave rooftop and land solar power investments in Turkey were established with a USD-based purchase guarantee according to the legislation before May 10, 2019. Once the ten-year period is up, the facilities become “mature” production assets; The upstream distribution fee paid for the energy supplied to the grid directly cuts the net profit. In this portfolio, which remained in the Unlicensed Producer-1 band for a long time, the price was 208.1065 krş/kWh (~2.08 TL/kWh). With the Board Decision No. 14613 dated May 21, 2026, EMRA included the facilities that have completed 10 years in Unlicensed Producer-2: 65.6008 krş/kWh (~0.66 TL). This framework was made permanent with the decision numbered 14681 dated June 18, 2026.
01.06.2026
Application date
According to 14613
208.1065 krs
LÜ-1 (old)
~2.08 TL/kWh
65.6008 krs
LÜ-2 (new)
~0.66 TL/kWh
~68%
decline
USD / portfolio before 2019
What does the decision say?
According to 14613, within the scope of the Law on the Use of Renewable Energy Resources for the Purpose of Electrical Energy Generation, the "Unlicensed Producer-2" tariff is applied as the distribution fee to unlicensed electricity generation facilities that have completed their ten-year period. The application is valid from June 1, 2026. The first text carried the transitional language “until the Presidential Decree is published”; With the sales price decision numbered 11415 and then 14681, the LÜ-2 application was moved to the permanent framework. For the sales price (90% YEKDEM with PTF ceiling), see our 10 Years Old Unlicensed Solar Power Plant: 90% YEKDEM + PTF Ceiling guide.
What is the upstream distribution cost?
In unlicensed production facilities, the electricity flow is two-way: intake (consumption) and output (production). The traction distribution fee is for the energy taken from the grid; The upstream distribution fee is applied when the generated energy is delivered to the grid. In the self-consumption and offsetting scenario, the exchange fee for the offset kWh generally does not occur; In case of surplus sales, sales within the paid production limit or different measurement point configurations, the upstream price directly affects the net profit.
Difference between Unlicensed Producer-1 and Unlicensed Producer-2
| Tariff | Typical scope | Outward price (2026) | note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlicensed Producer-1 | USD guaranteed / early bird facilities before 2019 | 208.1065 krs/kWh | High price; Risk of loss in hours below PTF |
| Unlicensed Producer-2 | 5.1h/5.1c coverage; Transition after 10 years | 65.6008 krş/kWh | Low price; The new reference for mature plants |
| Subscriber group distribution tariff | General consumer reference | Varies depending on subscriber group | Not directly applicable in unlicensed production |
There are separate lines for unlicensed generators in EMRA's distribution tariff tables. Early stage investors remained in the Unlicensed Producer-1 band for years; Facilities that have completed the 10-year RES support period will now be included in the Unlicensed Producer-2 band and will operate with a lower fee. This regulation gains practical importance as rooftop solar power plants, which came into operation in 2016-2018, reach the "10-year" threshold by 2026.
Who is affected?
- Unlicensed production facilities that have completed the ten-year support/price period within the scope of the RES Law No. 5346
- Rooftop SPP, land SPP, RES and BES (according to the scope of application) — power plants that remain in unlicensed status
- Industrial and commercial facilities that engage in self-consumption + surplus sales
- Facilities that have not completed 10 years are not included in the scope of this decision; continues existing tariff regimes
Cost impact: example scenarios
The table below shows the upstream distribution fee difference only; Energy sales revenue, BTV, transfer fee or consumption tariff are not included. Calculated excluding VAT.
| Monthly output (kWh) | Old price (208.1 krs) | New price (65.6 krş) | monthly savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10,000 | 20.811 ₺ | 6.560₺ | 14.251 ₺ |
| 50,000 | 104.053 ₺ | ₺32,800 | 71.253 ₺ |
| 100,000 | 208.107 ₺ | 65.601 ₺ | 142.506 ₺ |
| 500,000 | 1,040,533 ₺ | 328.004 ₺ | ₺712,529 |
Assuming that a 500 kWp rooftop solar power plant delivers 80,000-120,000 kWh per month during the summer months, the annual distribution cost savings can reach hundreds of thousands of liras. This difference directly improves the net profit, especially in scenarios where all production goes to the grid in months when the sales limit is reached. Actual impact on a facility basis; Varies depending on production profile and delivery volume.
Industry perspective
Unlicensed solar power capacity in Turkey has grown rapidly over the years; The expiration of the 10-year support period for the first wave investments ushers in the "mature SPP economy" period in the sector. Reducing the upstream distribution fee to the Unlicensed Producer-2 band is a signal that encourages mature facilities to continue supplying to the grid. Applying the right tariff class will continue to be the determining factor in ROI calculations.
Conclusion
Summary: For unlicensed SPPs that were established during the USD guaranteed period before May 10, 2019 and have completed 10 years, the distribution fee has been withdrawn from Unlicensed Producer-1 (208.1065 krş/kWh ≈ 2.08 TL) to Unlicensed Producer-2 (65.6008 krş/kWh ≈ 0.66 TL). Effective from June 1, 2026; Permanent with 14681. Read it along with the sales price (11415) in the net income account. For the official text, refer to the Official Gazette PDF above.