The developers say it is the largest wind project in Africa, which will also help Egypt meet the country’s objective of sourcing 42% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030. Masdar, Infinity Power, and Hassan Allam Utilities also signed agreements with Egyptian organizations during COP27 to develop green hydrogen and derivatives production facilities. Wind Projects Help Egypt with SDGsThe wind energy program will help meet Egypt’s growing energy needs and the project aligns with the nation’s sustainable development goals, Amr Allam, CEO of Hassan Allam Holding said. To meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, the world needs to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030, he said. Egypt is North Africa’s most populous country with an abundance of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 09, 2023 06:52 UTC