12 Oct 2023
Middle East
Countries across the Middle East region are facing significant climate challenges, with growing needs for cooling and desalinated water having major implications for future energy demand.
Read moreSeveral countries are increasing efforts to deploy renewables, with the region consistently attracting some of the lowest bids in the world for solar PV projects. A key challenge going forward, particularly for fuel exporting countries, is how to ensure resilience to future changes in energy markets, which could diminish demand for oil and therefore reduce their revenues. A number of producers are formulating plans for low-carbon energy industries, seeking to diversify their economies at the same time as their energy mix.
Last updated Oct 9, 2023
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Events
04 Jul 2023 14:30—16:00
Climate Resilience for Energy Transitions in the Middle East and North Africa
19 Jul 2022 14:30—15:30
Special Report on Solar PV Global Supply Chains Public Webinar
09 Sep 2021 09:00—11:00
Ministerial Dialogue on Clean Energy Transitions and Economic Resilience in the Middle East and North Africa
News
International Climate and Energy Summit in Madrid builds momentum behind efforts to reach 1.5 °C goal
Executive Director meets with Egyptian leaders in Cairo, highlighting country’s deepening ties with IEA
Executive Director urges Middle Eastern producer economies to accelerate clean energy transition as he receives lifetime achievement award in United Arab Emirates
Ministerial Dialogue focuses on energy transitions and economic resilience in the Middle East and North Africa
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United Arab Emirates 2022 In force National