17 March 2026 8:55 pm

‘The world is transitioning away from fossil fuels’

by | 17 March 2026 | Energy Transition, Renewables, Sustainable Development, Technology | 0 Comments

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Investors made wealthy by the Middle East's abundant oil and gas increasingly are turning to Africa’s clean energy sector. They are attracted by rising electricity demand, rapid urbanisation and the continent’s growing role in global supply chains tied to critical minerals and manufacturing.
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Wanted: An Electrical Grid Powered by Renewables

by | 17 March 2026 | Built Environment, Renewables, Sustainable Development, Technology | 0 Comments

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With the conflict in Iran and the resulting closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushing oil and gas prices upwards, the prospect of a world that runs on 100% renewable energy seems even more attractive than usual.
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New Cooling Strategy Helps MENA Countries Adapt

by | 16 March 2026 | Built Environment, Climate Change, Energy Transition, Sustainable Development, Technology | 0 Comments

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As temperatures rise across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), governments and international organisations are exploring new ways to meet growing cooling demand without worsening climate change.
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