Five global firms shortlisted in Morocco's controversial Western Sahara energy plans Construction on the multibillion-dollar energy project, based in Dakhla in the disputed territory, is scheduled for completion in 2029. Morocco
Even with MBS absent, Saudi Arabia and UAE poised to make deals at G20 Gulf states will look for agreements and trade deals with partners from South America and elsewhere ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration in January. United States
UAE's ADNOC doubles down on gas, allocating $15B over next 5 years In a Monday statement ADNOC Gas said it had raised its capital expenditure plan to around $15 billion for the next five years, from about $13 billion. United Arab Emirates
Middle East businesses lack clear climate guidelines, WEF report warns Middle Eastern and North African companies face increasing pressure from investors, regulators and global markets to strengthen transparency and adopt more sustainable business models. Morocco
Analysis Even with Greece venture, Egypt's energy hub ambitions remain far off By Jack Dutton In Bristol, reporting on regional business, climate change, AI, tech
Gulf states’ quest to find ‘new oil’ turns to hydrogen Unrivaled expertise in the energy industry and a growing global market for hydrogen is pushing Gulf oil exporters to invest in the global realignment toward cleaner energies. Originals
Egypt to begin project to convert sand into solar panels Egypt signed with a Chinese company a cooperation protocol to locally manufacture sand-to-cell photovoltaic solar panels, in the first such project in the region. Egypt
New solar park to ease Iraqi governorate's power shortage A solar energy park to be funded by the European Union is expected to help lessen Dohuk's daily power cuts in two years. Iraq
How this solar energy project will meet Palestinians’ electricity needs The Palestine Investment Fund is carrying out a project to build solar energy power stations in the Palestinian territories in order to meet electricity needs. Palestine
Palestine seeks to achieve energy independence Seeking to reduce its huge dependence on Israel, Palestine is set to establish waste-to-energy and solar power projects. Palestine
Young Egyptian engineers race ahead in electric vehicles Nine teams of Egyptian engineering students qualified for a mentorship program and funding to build their own designs and compete in Egypt's first electric vehicle competition. Egypt
Egypt launches massive wind farm Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi launched several projects, including one of the largest wind farms in the world, which experts say will help the country overcome its crippling power crisis. Egypt
Drought, inefficiency lead to major power shortage in Iran Blackouts return to Iran’s electricity grid in the face of prolonged drought and record power consumption. Iran
With help from Copenhagen, Cairo makes room for bicyclists In partnership with the Cairo government, the United Nations and the Danish Embassy, a civil society organization hopes to cut down on traffic and encourage healthier lifestyles with bicycle-friendly infrastructure. Egypt
Egypt launches renewable energy curriculum to boost promising sector In anticipation of the expected increase in employment opportunities in the solar and wind power sectors, the Egyptian government has launched training programs in renewable energy for students at technical schools in various governorates. Egypt
Solar-powered mosque answers prayers in West Bank Palestinians are making deep inroads into renewable energy and looking forward to much greater independence as more solar power projects pop up all the time. Palestine
How innovators aim to solve Gaza’s environmental problems The Palestinian Environmental Quality Authority held an exhibition in the Gaza Strip showcasing innovative ideas to cope with the environmental problems in the besieged enclave. Palestine
