Renewable Energy
Middle East renewable energy news and analysis, tenders, contracts awarded, commentary and data.
Analysis
Meeting renewable energy targets will be crucial
Specific regulatory frameworks need to be in place to accomplish clean energy goals
Renewable Energy News
Developer applies for permit to build Tunisia’s largest solar project
TuNur solar power project will have a capacity of 2,000MW
Local firm bids low for Dubai solar consultancy
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority is evaluating bids
Morocco to make progress on wind farm programme in 2012
Three bids in for first wind farm in programme and qualification process launched for five more projects
Solar power overtakes oil-fired generation in cost-effectiveness
Renewable energy has traditionally been viewed as a more expensive alternative
Siemens and Masdar partner for solar panel coating research
Research to focus on adverse effect of sand and dust on solar panels
Comment
Dubai shifts focus to renewables
The emirate is planning a multi-billion-dirham solar park but securing funds for it will be key
Key industry contacts
Saleh Alawaj
Saleh Alawaj is Deputy Minister for electricity, Saudi Arabia
David Charlier
A lawyer advising on alternative energy projects in the Middle East and North Africa




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