‘Middle East and North Africa could be green by 2030’Image: Thinkstock. The Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) energy systems could rely primarily on renewables by 2030. The study suggests a fully renewable electricity system in the regions could be up to 60% cheaper than other low carbon energy options. In contrast, the cost of renewable energy electricity would be around €40-€60/MWh (£34.8-£52.17). “The picture that emerges from that study is that the fossil fuel industry can transform its business to meet the COP21 target of a net zero emission energy system.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 09, 2017 10:46 UTC