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What is the future of solar energy in the Middle East?

Solar capacity in the region rose 23 percent in 2023 to 32 gigawatts (GW) and is projected to exceed the 180 GW peak by 2030. The latest Solar Outlook Report 2025 by the Middle East Solar Industry Association (MESIA) outlines the rapid growth of solar energy in the MENA region and the UAE’s key role in this transformation.

How big is solar energy in the Middle East and North Africa?

The share of solar energy in the Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) energy mix has grown significantly in recent years. Solar capacity in the region rose 23 percent in 2023 to 32 gigawatts (GW) and is projected to exceed the 180 GW peak by 2030.

Can a solar power plant be a hybrid power plant?

Noor Midelt 2 – July 2019, MASEN launched prequalification for a hybrid power plant using PV and thermodynamic solar energy (SPC), combined with various thermal or battery storage technologies for 190 MW during peak hours (evening) and 230 MW during the day. MASEN has extended the deadline for the entries by developers to October 2019.

Can solar energy be cost competitive?

Green Hydrogen: Strong solar irradiation coupled with consistent wind resource potential across select locations provides an opportunity for green hydrogen production that can be cost competitive at a global scale. Solar Rooftops: Rising grid tariffs and reducing technology costs will result in an uptick in rooftop solar projects.