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.

24 Jun, 2022

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Acwa Signs 1.1GW Wind Deal

Egypt’s renewables plans have received a boost with Saudi firm Acwa Power signing up for a $1.5bn, 1.1GW “world beating” wind farm.

Egypt’s Powergen From Solar & Wind For 2020-21

24 Jun, 2022

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Egypt Fuel Oil Burn At 4-Year High As Cairo Prioritizes LNG Exports

Though Egypt’s gas output has slumped, Cairo has maintained LNG exports thanks to record Israel imports and switching to oil burn in power plants.

Egypt Fuel Oil Consumption Soars To 4-Year High As Cairo Prioritizes Gas For Export ('000 b/d)

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SELECTED DATA

Morocco Power Generation By Fuel (2019, %) Coal Accounts For Over Two Thirds Of The Total

Kuwait Expects Electricity Demand To Surge In The Coming Years (Peak Load, GW)

Record Low Bids For Gulf Solar PV (US¢/KWH)

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