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

31 Jan, 2025

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Oman’s Gas Power Strategy

Oman plans to add 2.4GW of new CCGT capacity by 2029 in recognition that soaring power demand requires reliable baseload supplies and more renewables isn’t enough.
Oman’s Installed Power Capacity (GW)
Power & Water

14 Feb, 2025

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Kuwait’s Power Generation Unable To Keep Up With Demand

Kuwait burned more gas in its power plants than ever before last year, with oil burn also rebounding, but still suffered summer blackouts. More capacity is vital.
Kuwait's Peak Power Demand Set A New Record In August (GW)
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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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