Middle East

Masdar launches Jordan’s 200MW Baynouna Solar Park

The solar park can generate more than 560GWh of electricity.

Masdar launches Jordan’s 200MW Baynouna Solar Park

The solar park can generate more than 560GWh of electricity.

Middle East electricity demand up 2.6% YoY in 2022

Gas is the dominant electricity production source.

Low-carbon hydrogen to reach ‘formative year’ in MENA region

Markets in the GCC region are expected to leverage their expertise to produce blue hydrogen.

Masdar to develop 2GW renewables in Jordan

Jordan seeks to increase its share of renewable energy to 50% by 2030. 

Jordan, Israel, UAE tie up to advance Project Prosperity

The countries seek to develop clean energy and sustainable water desalination.

Masdar to co-develop 10GW onshore wind project in Egypt

An MoU was signed with Infinity Power and Hassan Allam Utilities.

US sanctions hit Iran’s clean energy sector: report

These have made it challenging for Iran to secure debt and equity finance amongst others. 

MENA region is poised to become global leader in green steel

This comes amidst the shift to direct reduced iron and green hydrogen in reducing emissions.

TotalEnergies, Veolia ink deal to build 17MWp solar project in Oman

This will provide power to the Sharqiyah Desalination plant.

IAEA concludes nuclear security mission in Jordan

The mission was held from 20 to 30 June.

Israel signs deal to export natural gas to EU

The MoU also require the parties to reduce emissions.

IRENA, RCREEE renews partnership to scale up RE deployment in MENA

The agencies will collaborate in regional dialogues and initiatives to strengthen energy transition.

Natural gas platform Karish FPSO arrives in Israel

The platform will allow entry of more players in Israel energy sector.

Israel gears up for fourth natural gas exploration offshore bid round

The country plans to export larger quantities of natural gas amidst the crisis.

ACME Group, Scatec to develop green ammonia facility in Oman

The facility is expected to produce 100,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually.