latest report from IRENA, Enabling Green Hydrogen Development: North Africa

The latest report, Enabling Green Hydrogen Development: North Africa from IRENA, dives into the region’s potential to become a global leader in sustainable energy.

Leveraging abundant solar and wind resources, countries like Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, and Tunisia are poised to produce competitive green hydrogen. This could decarbonize local industries, create high-quality jobs, and boost economies through import substitution and foreign investment. With proximity to Europe, the region is also a prime candidate for exporting green hydrogen and high-value products like ammonia, methanol, and green steel.

The report highlights:

Ambitious roadmaps targeting over 5.2M tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030 and 25M by 2050.
Opportunities for import substitution of natural gas, ammonia, and fertilizers.
Four key pillars to drive the transition: robust policies, advanced technologies, innovative financing, and skilled workforce development.

Despite challenges like financing risks and infrastructure needs, North Africa is paving the way with strong regulatory frameworks and strategic partnerships.

Read the full report to explore how North Africa is shaping the future of green hydrogen and sustainable industry! #GreenHydrogen #NorthAfrica #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Decarbonization

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