The use of switchgears has increased, mainly due to infrastructural and industrial growth in specific GCC nations such as Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar. (Image source: Kecko)
The medium voltage (MV) and high voltage (HV) switchgear market in the GCC is expected to earn revenues of nearly US$4.3bn by 2020, stated research by Frost & Sullivan
The Jordanian government is planning to install 1,800MW of power by 2018. (Image source: Nasa/Flickr)
Fifteen pre-qualified bidders have been shortlisted for the construction of a US$150mn solar power plant in Jordan
While a ten per cent target in the energy mix is claimed as achievable, IRENA says higher penetration of renewables is also possible by 2030. (Image source: TPSDave/Pixabay)
The UAE is aiming to achieve a 10 per cent increase in the renewable energy mix by 2030, according to a report by International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
There is uncertainty over Irans peaceful efforts to generate nuclear power for productive purposes such as research and power generation. (Image source: Brewbooks/Flickr)
A possible Middle Eastern initiative could be a solution to the current restrictions imposed on Iran pertaining to the nuclear deal, say research analyst Arun Kumar Sampathkumar and consultant Lawrence Surendra from Frost & Sullivan
The report by Citigroup Inc., has stated that solar and wind power generation is an economical option, in the midst of falling oil prices. (Image source: AzharElmiza/Flickr)
The outlook for renewable energy development looks bright in 2015, despite the fall in oil prices, according to a report by Citigroup Inc.
