Official Name: National Energy Research Center
Abbreviation: NERC
Type: Government Research Center
Year Established: 2003
Legal Basis: Law No. 8 of 2003
Affiliated Authority: Ministry of Energy, formerly the Ministry of Electricity
Website: http://nerc.gov.sy
Facebook: NERCSyria
Current Director: Eng. Burjus Al-Issa
Overview
The National Energy Research Center (NERC) is Syria’s government research institution specializing in energy research, renewable energy, and energy efficiency. The Center was established under Law No. 8 of 2003 and works on developing studies and applied research that support energy policies and improve the use of resources and technologies across the sector.
The Center’s activities cover solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, bioenergy, and energy efficiency, in addition to technical and economic studies, training, and capacity building.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct energy-related research and studies.
- Develop solar energy applications.
- Assess and support the utilization of wind energy resources.
- Conduct studies related to hydropower and bioenergy.
- Develop energy efficiency and energy conservation programs.
- Provide technical consultancy and support to public and private entities.
- Support the development of national energy policies and plans.
- Provide training and technical capacity building.
- Conduct testing, measurement, and calibration activities within its areas of competence.
- Contribute to the assessment and accreditation of entities operating in renewable energy projects.
Main Areas of Work
- Solar energy.
- Wind energy.
- Hydropower.
- Bioenergy.
- Energy efficiency.
- Energy studies and policies.
- Testing and measurement.
- Training and scientific cooperation.