How decarbonisation and energy transition can create value for MENA’s energy sector

May 23, 2023

Wind turbines illustrate the possibilities for energy transition in the MENA region

Green technologies can aid the energy transition in the MENA region Image: Photo by Anastasia Palagutina on Unsplash

Kelsey Goodman

Community Engagement Lead, World Economic Forum

Maroun Kairouz

Head of the Middle East and North Africa, World Economic Forum

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Figure 1: Gulf Cooperation Council members have high emissions compared to their GDP Image: World Bank

Figure 2: Strategic actions for decarbonisation in GCC vs. Non-GCC MENA countries Image: Bain analysis

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