Power & Water

Middle East & North African countries’ electricity sector policies are undergoing major changes. Although oil and gas fired power plants dominate, governments are increasingly seeking alternatives. Fuel importers are looking to reduce their imports bills, while exporters are increasingly seeking economic diversity.

Power & Water

4 Apr, 2025

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Oman's Green Struggles

Renewables met just 4% of Oman’s 2024 power supply. Despite plans to reach 30% in the next five years, gas-fired generation will remain dominant.
Oman Supplied* Record Electricity In 2024 (TWh)
Power & Water

11 Apr, 2025

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UAE ‘Clean Energy’s’ 30% Share, But Gas Use Up

Low carbon power generation’s share of the UAE electricity sector hit another record high in 2024, but amid rapid demand growth, gas consumption increased for the first time in three years. With clean power growth slowing, gas-for-power demand looks set to accelerate again.
UAE Power Generation By Emirate (TWh). Clean Energy’s^ Share Of The Mix Has Been Increasingly Rapidly
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SELECTED DATA

Abu Dhabi’s Ewec Calls For Massive Rollout Of Solar Capacity Out To 2037* (GW)

Saudi Arabia's Accelerating Renewables Rollout (GW, End-Year Capacity)

Abu Dhabi’s Current Solar Capacity Pipeline^ Envisages 12.1GW From 2028 (GW)

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