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Could North Africa be Europe's future energy partner?

Politics aside, North Africa is increasingly seen as the golden prize for Europe’s twin desires to green its energy system and end its reliance on Russian gas. “North Africa is Europe’s most important potential future trading partner in renewable energy,” says El-Katiri. That is good news for fighting climate change.

Should North Africa Invest in green hydrogen?

With high renewables potential that can be tapped at low costs, and geographical proximity to Europe where demand for renewables-based or green hydrogen is rising, many North African countries have entered into agreements with other countries and private companies to explore pilot projects for green hydrogen production and exportation.

How can interconnections reduce the cost of electricity generation in North Africa?

All of these can help the region decrease the cost of electricity generation by increasing the share of renewables in the electricity mix. Interconnections would also bring flexibility that will complement the more diverse power systems in North Africa with a higher share of renewable energy.

Should Africa export so much power?

But there are ethical concerns about Africa exporting so much power. Most people in Morocco and Egypt have electricity, but less than half the continent’s population is connected to reliable power grids.

Why do we need interconnections in North Africa?

Interconnections would also bring flexibility that will complement the more diverse power systems in North Africa with a higher share of renewable energy. The report’s analysis was conducted using the IRENA MESSAGE-SPLAT modelling framework.

Does North Africa have more solar power than Europe?

With solar resources in North Africa about 20 to 30 percent higher than in Europe, according to supporters, the difference more than makes up for the added transportation costs to get the electricity to Europe.