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The Gulf after oil
This week's edition of The Foreign Desk on Monocle 24, the radio station of the British Monocle magazine, discussing the Gulf after oil....

Caline Malek
Sep 30, 20191 min read
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The Arab professionals ushering in a new energy era in the Middle East
OPEC-backed internship aims to build a cadre of young Arab energy professionals. Six interns have begun work at the Cairo regional...

Caline Malek
Sep 17, 20191 min read
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What the Middle East needs for a sustainable future, according to UN report
Many challenges are intersecting, such as climate change and poverty, ESCWA points out. The region requires more support to address these...

Caline Malek
Aug 20, 20191 min read
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Blowin' in the wind: Saudi Arabia's energy future
The Middle East's largest wind farm will be constructed in the Kingdom's northwestern Al-Jouf region. The Dumat Al-Jandal wind project...

Caline Malek
Jul 31, 20191 min read
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Saudi invention holds immense promise for a water-scarce world
The device built by KAUST researchers can turn seawater into potable water using solar power. The technology uses waste heat recovered...

Caline Malek
Jul 24, 20191 min read
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Advanced nuclear reactors hold promise of clean energy for Saudi Arabia
The case for investing in advanced nuclear reactors as an alternative energy source is compelling. Russia and China have an advantage in...

Caline Malek
Jul 14, 20191 min read
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Solar-energy club boosted by Saudi Arabia’s entry
The International Solar Alliance is a network of 122 "sun-rich" countries. The agreement to join ISA was signed during the Crown Prince's...

Caline Malek
Jul 10, 20191 min read
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A Saudi school with top marks for sustainability
The British International School Riyadh immerses its students in eco-friendly practices. The school has won awards for its project, which...

Caline Malek
Apr 7, 20191 min read
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Saudi Arabia shines a light on future of solar power
A Saudi developer’s plan to harness the sun 24/7 is sparking a renewable energy revolution in the region. ACWA Power is the main...

Caline Malek
Apr 4, 20191 min read
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How Saudi Arabia’s nuclear power will play a role against climate change
With Saudi Arabia planning to develop reactors, experts are talking about the environmental benefits. According to a report last year by...

Caline Malek
Jan 30, 20191 min read
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Abu Dhabi’s energy summit tackles urgency of climate change
The aim in the United Arab Emirates is to increase the contribution of clean energy to the total energy mix from 25% to 50% by 2050. With...

Caline Malek
Jan 21, 20191 min read
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A solar ticket to ride
The UAE is starting to power its public transport with renewable energy, setting a sustainable example for the wider Gulf. Dubai is home...

Caline Malek
Jan 17, 20191 min read
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Saudi Arabia joins nations in Katowice as talks adopt ‘Rulebook’ to curb climate change
Saudi Arabia showed how seriously it is taking international efforts to mitigate the global rise in temperature. Arab News Read Article

Caline Malek
Dec 19, 20181 min read
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How Saudi Arabia is moving towards a green economy
Renewable energy and energy efficiency are the buzzwords as Gulf countries shift away from their traditional base of oil There is a need...

Caline Malek
Nov 8, 20181 min read
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How US sanctions will hit Iran
The US withdrawal from the nuclear deal has already had a huge effect, including the devaluing of the Iranian rial and oil exports...

Caline Malek
Nov 5, 20181 min read
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Saudi Arabia’s road to green energy
Almost all 20 Arab countries surveyed witnessed an increase in electricity peak demand by more than 10 percent from 2013 to 2016...

Caline Malek
Oct 23, 20181 min read
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Saudi Arabia's Path to Nuclear Power
Saudi Arabia has to find ways to diversify and increase its power production capacity for economic growth and development Saudi Arabia is...

Caline Malek
Aug 4, 20181 min read
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Energy-Saving Tips in Order as Summer Heat Sends Saudi Electricity Bills Soaring
Summer heat has sent power bills soaring, but with a few simple energy-saving tips you can keep your cool, save money — and protect the...

Caline Malek
Jul 11, 20181 min read
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