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

13 Jun, 2025

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Iraq Eyes Turkey For Power

Turkey is emerging as Iraq’s primary supplier of electricity as flows from Iran have dried up. Iraq plans direct imports alongside leasing powerships.
Iraq's Electricity Imports From Turkey Restarted Last July (GWh)
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20 Jun, 2025

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Saudi Renewables Surge To Displace Direct Oil Burn

Saudi Arabia’s renewable power plants generated a record 11TWh in 2024, and the kingdom is set to overtake the UAE this year as the Gulf renewables leader.
Renewable Power Generation In The GCC^ (Twh): Saudi Arabia Closing In On The UAE
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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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