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Renewable Energy Prospects, United Arab Emirates: REmap 2030 analysis

Abstract: 
The potential for UAE’s renewable energy growth is assessed in this report. Areas covered in the report include: the UAE’s energy profile and renewable energy activities; policy frameworks for renewable energy; opportunities and barriers for renewable energy; the anticipated energy profile under existing and confirmed policies and activities; quantifying the capability of different renewable technologies to contribute to 10% renewable energy in total energy consumption; the physical potential and cost developments of renewables; and policy options for fast-tracking renewable energy uptake.
Author: 
Ayu Abdullah, Sgouris Sgouridis, Steve Griffiths, Dolf Gielen, Deger Saygin and Nicholas Wagner
Institution: 
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology; International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Year: 
2015
Domains-Issue Area: 
Region(s): 
Industry Focus: 
Energy
Transport
Legal & Financial
Other Services
Country: 
United Arab Emirates
Datatype(s): 
Indicators
Models
Policies
Organizations