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 Sep, 2020

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UAE Power Record

Despite solar start-ups, the UAE remains overwhelmingly reliant on gas for power generation: peak summer demand necessitated boosting crude output for its associated gas content. New nuclear and coal plants will provide relief.
Dubai Powergen (GW)
Power & Water

11 Sep, 2020

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Saudi & UAE Set The Pace In Desalination Pricing

Saudi firm Acwa has tied up financing of a record low tariff desalination plant, but Dubai’s Dewa has bagged a bid 32% lower.
Record Low Desalination Project Tariffs ($/M³)
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SELECTED DATA

1: Iraq Peak Power Supply By Fuel/Source: Domestic Gas Met Just 40% Of The 2019 Total Due To Inefficient Gas Capture

Barakah Nuclear Plant Commercial Operation (GW)

1: Morocco Becomes Net Power Exporter In 2019 After Years Of Reliance On Spain (Twh)

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