Electricity | Egypt Oil & Gas - Part 20
Nuclear Power as Boon to GCC’s Energy Independence
The Gulf countries are looking at nuclear power as a beneficial and sustainable solution to the rising energy demand in the region, seeking energy self-sufficiency.
Egypt’s Nuclear Reactor to Produce Power by 2024
Egypt is due to start producing power from its first of four nuclear reactors by 2024, the country's Prime Minister announced, Reuters reports.
Jordan Approves 20-Year Contract for New 50MW PV Plant
Abdul Latif Jameel Energy and Environmental Services, and its portfolio company Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), have signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for a planned 50-megawatt solar PV power plant in Jordan.
Siemens to Receive €4.1b Loan for Egypt Project
German credit insurance agency Euler Hermes has agreed to underwrite a €4.1b loan to Egypt from a consortium of German banks in support of Siemens electricity production efforts in the country, Egypt Independent reports.
South Africa Eskom’s Reform Shows Results
A plan to reform South Africa power company Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd. and provide more electricity to South Africa and its economy is starting to show results.
“Egyptians Against Coal” Aims to Eliminate Coal Usage in Egypt by 2017
An Egyptian environmental coalition named “Egyptians Against Coal” (EAC) released a statement today calling for the end of coal usage in Egypt by 2017. The grassroots movement objects to coal being used for industria ...
Japan to Help Ethiopia Generate Geothermal Electricity
Japan is ready to support geothermal development activities in Ethiopia, according to Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Tanzania to Rely on Gas for Future Power Needs
Tanzania is hoping to use its gas reserves to generate electricity, reducing its reliance on hydro-power in the wake of a national power crisis.
