Electric power generation is the second-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. A staggering 79 percent of the world’s electricity production relies on burning fossil fuels, primarily coal and natural gas. However, a noteworthy shift is on the horizon, with global investments in solar power expected to surpass those in oil for the first time in history this year. Egypt is blessed with an abundant solar resource, basking in an average of 9-11 hours of daily sunshine coupled with low humidity levels. The country is graced with an impressive global horizontal irradiation level, which is defined as the total solar radiation incident on a horizontal surface, averaging approximately 2230-2330 kilowatt-hours per square meter annually. This vast solar energy potential offers Egypt a significant opportunity to tackle its mounting energy needs, diversify its energy sources, and ameliorate its power sector’s environmental and climate impact. Egypt’s commitment to renewable energy is resolute, Egyptian Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Dr. Mohamed Shaker told Youm7. The nation aims to substantially reduce its reliance on traditional energy sources, with the ambitious goal of reaching a 60 percent dependence on renewable energy by 2040. This shift…
7 Leading Solar Energy Companies Revolutionizing Egypt’s Renewable Energy Landscape
September 6, 2023
