The long read: The untapped potential of the MENA region
The region’s climate, developing economies and demographic growth are driving increased electricity demand in the Middle East and North Africa. However, as a hub of conventional energy supply, the region has been slow to embrace PV. To capture more of the value chain and deliver the full potential of solar, there are increasing calls for distributed generation deployment to play a bigger role.
NTPC eyes 1 GW solar projects in Africa
The state-owned power generator will follow the bidding route for development of solar projects in African countries that are members of the International Solar Alliance.
