Green Hydrogen: Global Dynamics, MENA Perspectives and Algeria’s Decarbonization Strategy

Global energy systems are undergoing a structural transformation driven by the urgency of climate change mitigation, long-term sustainability concerns, and the need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The Paris Agreement and subsequent national commitments to carbon neutrality by mid-century have reinforced the necessity of deep and rapid reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all sectors of the economy. Although renewable electricity generation—particularly solar photovoltaics and wind power—has expanded significantly over the past decade, the electrification of final energy demand faces intrinsic limitations in sectors characterized by high-temperature industrial processes, energy-dense fuels, and long-duration storage requirements [1]. Green hydrogen has … Continue reading

Sputtering Targets in Solar Panel Manufacturing: The Hidden Materials Powering Solar Efficiency

Solar panels look simple once they are installed. Glass on top, metal frame around, sunlight goes in and power comes out but anyone working with commercial solar knows the real problem starts later. Heat slowly eats away at performance. Dust sticks. Moisture sneaks in. UV exposure causes long term degradation, especially in harsh climates. Over time, efficiency drops even when everything looks fine from the outside. This is where sputtering targets manufacturers comes in, quietly doing the heavy lifting. Sputtering targets enable ultra thin conductive and protective layers that sit inside the panel like invisible armor. These layers improve electrical … Continue reading

Energy Transition in Algeria: Concrete Levers to Move from Ambition to Action

Algeria stands at a critical energy crossroads. Long known as one of Africa’s leading producers and exporters of hydrocarbons, the country is now attempting to balance the twin imperatives of maintaining economic stability from oil and gas revenues while accelerating a shift to a cleaner, more diversified energy system. With global pressure to decarbonize mounting and domestic energy demand rising rapidly, Algeria’s energy transition is no longer just a vision, it is becoming a necessary strategic priority. But turning ambition into tangible results requires a careful blend of policy frameworks, incentives, partnerships, and effective implementation. Algeria’s renewable energy potential is … Continue reading

The 31% Race: How Jordan Must Double Down on Distributed Solar to Win its Energy and Economic Future

According to the 2024 energy balance report published by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) in Jordan, renewable sources supplied a record 26.9% of the nation’s 23.3 TWh electricity consumption. However, the underlying data reveals a more urgent story. Electricity consumption from 2020 to 2024 was 18.4, 19.3, 20.6, 21.8, and 23.3 TWh respectively as shown in the figure below, resulting in a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.07%—a pace expected to accelerate just as the country aims for a 31% renewable share by 2030. Achieving this target will require strategic action. Among the possible scenarios, one … Continue reading

لماذا تعد مشاريع الطاقة الشمسية المجتمعية أساسية لتحقيق المساواة في الطاقة

عندما تفكر في الطاقة النظيفة، ربما تتخيل مزارع طاقة شمسية كبيرة أو ألواح شمسية لامعة على السطح. ولكن لا يمكن للجميع تثبيت نظامهم الخاص لأنهم إما يستأجرون أو يعيشون في منازل مظللة. لا يستطيع البعض تحمل التكاليف الأولية . تصبح الطاقة الشمسية المجتمعية لا تقدر بثمن في هذه الحالات. يمنحك فرصة للاستفادة من الطاقة النظيفة المشتركة، حتى عندما يكون التركيب التقليدي للطاقة الشمسية غير ممكن. والأهم من ذلك، أنه يخلق مسارًا نحو المساواة في الطاقة، مما يساعد المزيد من الناس على الوصول إلى الكهرباء بأسعار معقولة وموثوقة. تهدف مشاريع الطاقة المتجددة إلى سد الفجوة من خلال توفير وصول أكثر عدلاً … Continue reading

الطاقة الشمسية في سلطنة عُمان: الإمكانيات والتقدم

الطاقة الشمسية هي الحل الحيوي والاستراتيجي لتوفير الطاقة الكهربائية في سلطنة عمان. وبالنظر إلى الأراضي الواسعة الغير مستغلة وموارد الطاقة الشمسية المتاحة, عمان لديها إمكانات ممتازة لتطوير الطاقة الشمسية والتوسع فيها. الطاقة الشمسية خيارا قابلا للتطبيق في عمان ولا يمكن فقط أن تلبي الحاجة المتزايدة لتنويع مصادر الطاقة ولكن أيضا من شأنه أن يساعد في التنويع الاقتصادي. مع الاعتماد الكلي على الوقود الأحفوري وزيادة عدد السكان جنبا إلى جنب مع المناطق الصناعية في المدن مثل الدقم وصحار وصلالة والبنية التحتية للطاقة والنفط والغاز احتياطيات عمان تشكل تحديا على النمو الاقتصادي. الأهمية الاستراتيجية والموقع الجغرافي لعمان يجعلها قابلة لتطبيق و لتسخير … Continue reading

How to Solar Power a Shed?

Ahh, so you want to solar power a shed? Well, that’s nothing new. A few rules to follow, a few hacks to remember, and you are golden. Solar panels are now utilized on pergolas, cabins, yachts, and RVs, in addition to roofs and RVs. Sheds are a typical component of many homes and can unquestionably benefit from renewable energy. How many solar panels will be needed to power everything, though? A 50W solar panel can power simple storage sheds, but if the shed is also used as a home office, two 250W solar panels are the absolute least needed. To … Continue reading

سوق الطاقة المتجدد في منطقة الشرق الأوسط

تعد منطقة الشرق الأوسط من أفضل المناطق حول العالم للإستفادة من موارد الطاقة الشمسية وطاقة الرياح. إذ وفقا لتقرير (إيرينا) الأخير، فإن منطقة الشرق الأوسط ستحظى بإستثمارات في مشاريع الطاقة المتجددة ب 35مليار دولار وذلك مع حلول عام 2020م. ومؤخرا حظي قطاع الطاقة المتجددة بأسعار تنافسية لتركيب الألواح الشمسية الكهروضوئية ومراوح الرياح. التطورات الإقليمية وعلى صعيد منطقة الشرق الأوسط، تبرز المملكة المغربية كمثل رائد يحتدى به في تطوير المشاريع الشمسية لتوليد الطاقة الكهربائية. حيث جعلت الحكومة المغرية تحقيق 2 جيجا من الطاقة الشمسية و 2 جيجا واط من طاقة الرياح هدفا لها بحلول العام 2020م. ويطلق على مشروع الطاقة الشمسية … Continue reading

A Homeowner’s Guide To Home Solar System

As energy prices continue to rise, more homeowners are becoming more curious about solar power. If you’re thinking about going solar, it’s important to do ample research about a home solar system. To help you get started, this comprehensive guide shares the basics about the home solar system, its benefits, and things to consider when planning to install one. Understanding Solar Energy System Solar power systems are structures that capture usable energy generated from the sun. They can provide solar power to homes instead of relying on your local electricity provider. Technically speaking, solar energy is captured using a photovoltaic … Continue reading

Why Community Solar Projects Are Key to Energy Equity

When you think about clean energy, you probably picture big solar farms or shiny rooftop solar panels. But not everyone can install their own system because they either rent or live in shaded homes. Some can’t afford the upfront costs. Community solar becomes invaluable in these situations. It gives you a chance to benefit from shared clean energy, even when traditional solar installation isn’t possible. More importantly, it creates a pathway toward energy equity, helping more people access affordable and reliable electricity. Renewable energy projects aim to fill the gap by providing fairer access to clean power and reducing long-term … Continue reading

Solar Skins: The Ultimate Guide to Aesthetic Urban Energy Solutions

Cities are built from surfaces—glass, metal, stone, and shade. Solar skins turn those surfaces into quiet power plants, weaving electricity generation into façades, canopies, railings, and street furniture without sacrificing design intent. Instead of treating energy as an add-on, solar skins make it part of the architectural language and the public realm. For metropolitan teams shaping growth in sunbelt markets, the fit is especially clear. Firms delivering land development services in San Antonio can capture value from high-irradiance hours by treating façades and shade structures as productive assets from day one of site planning. What Are Solar Skins? Solar skins … Continue reading

How to Convert Scrap Tires into Biofuel

Waste disposal is a serious concern these days, especially with the increasing public awareness of the need to protect the environment. Solid wastes like old tires present complicated disposal problems. Large, hollow, durable, and non-biodegradable, old tires can take up substantial space in landfills. Leaving tires to nature can also be problematic as mosquitoes and other pests may thrive on them. In the United States, an estimated 300 million scrap tires are produced every year. Around the world, the number jumps to about 2 billion. Fortunately, there are several ways to recycle scrap tires including conversion into biofuels. What is … Continue reading