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Kahramaa predicts that renewable energy will account for 18% of Qatar’s power generation by 2030.

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Last updated: 2024/06/29 at 7:07 AM
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The renewable energy landscape in Qatar is evolving, with current production estimated at 5 percent of the overall energy mix and expected to increase to 18 percent by 2030. Director of Production Planning and Business Development at Kahramaa, Eng. Abdul Rahman Ibrahim Al Baker, emphasized the importance of renewable energy in achieving the goals outlined in the National Development Strategy 2024-2030. The Qatar National Renewable Energy Strategy focuses on developing a sustainable and cost-effective energy system, leveraging the country’s natural gas reserves and renewable energy potential. The strategy aims to reach 4 gigawatts from centralized renewable energy projects and 200 megawatts from distributed projects by 2030, focusing on reducing carbon dioxide emissions, increasing renewable energy share, and maximizing social and economic benefits.

One of the key aspects of the strategy highlighted by Al Baker is the economic benefits of renewable technologies. The cost of photovoltaic solar energy has significantly decreased in recent years, making it more attractive for adoption in Qatar and the region. With the cost expected to decrease further by 2030, renewable energy technologies are becoming more competitive, leading to a reduction in the average cost of electricity generation by 15 percent in 2030. The strategy aims to enhance energy security by diversifying energy sources and ensuring stability in the energy sector through a balanced approach combining centralized renewable energy facilities with high-efficiency gas-powered thermal generation.

Qatar’s high potential for increasing renewable energy usage is attributed to the quality of its solar energy resources, with global horizontal irradiance levels among the highest in the world. The strategy focuses on photovoltaic solar technology due to the country’s high solar irradiance levels, mature technology, and the presence of specialized companies in the sector. Current renewable energy production in Qatar is distributed between the Siraj 1 PV solar plant in Al Kharsaah and distributed solar projects, with thermal generation dominating the energy mix. The operation of Siraj 1 and future solar projects by QatarEnergy reflects the state’s commitment to effectively utilizing centralized renewable energy projects.

Anticipated challenges in achieving the strategy’s goals include the limited capabilities of the private sector in contributing to large projects, the need for significant investments estimated at $7.6 billion by 2030, and the lack of expertise among companies. To address these challenges, the strategy proposes enabling renewable energy development companies to build skills and capabilities, assessing the attractiveness of the renewable energy manufacturing sector in Qatar, and offering financial enablers if deemed necessary. Initiatives include launching a net billing mechanism for distributed solar projects, coordinating with financial institutions for attractive financing programs, and streamlining the application process for renewable energy projects.

In late April, the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) announced the launch of the Qatar National Renewable Energy Strategy to diversify and increase the use of renewable energy sources, particularly solar energy. The strategy aims to integrate renewable energy into the electricity mix to achieve Qatar National Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy 2024-2030. Kahramaa, along with 22 key energy stakeholders, will work towards enhancing renewable energy use and developing related policies and strategies to build a more sustainable future for Qatar. By focusing on economic benefits, addressing challenges, and implementing initiatives to support renewable energy development, Qatar is making strides towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sector.

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