Renewable Energy Resources Assessment and Development in MENA/Mediterranean Regions (Earth and Environmental Sciences Library)

The book Renewable Energy Resources Assessment and Development in MENA/Mediterranean Regions highlights the central role of the Middle East, North Africa, and the Mediterranean Basin in the global energy transition. This region boasts exceptional natural potential, receiving more than 20% of the planet's solar radiation and boasting vast areas suitable for wind energy, making it a key area for the development and export of clean energy. The book provides an in-depth assessment of available resources and presents analyses of solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass energy. It highlights the challenges and opportunities related to green hydrogen, hybrid systems, and technological innovations that are already shaping the energy future. Through case studies in Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Egypt, and Kuwait, it illustrates the national strategies and concrete projects that are transforming the region. Clear, documented, and forward-looking, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and investors. It demonstrates that the energy transition represents both an environmental necessity and a tremendous economic opportunity, capable of positioning the MENA and Mediterranean regions as a major hub for sustainable energy.