Five Arab countries have moved to cancel ambitious coal-fired power projects, a major source of environmental pollution. These countries have chosen to invest in renewable energy sources such as solar and wind to meet their growing energy needs.

Egypt leads the list of Arab countries that have canceled coal projects, with a total capacity of 15.24 gigawatts.
Egypt is striving to increase the share of renewable energy in its energy mix to 42% by 2030, with ambitions to raise this percentage to 60%.

The UAE and Morocco followed suit, with the UAE canceling 5.47 gigawatts of coal projects and Morocco canceling 1.67 gigawatts.
Both countries are investing heavily in solar and wind energy projects, making them pioneers in the field of renewable energy in the region.

Oman and Sudan have also contributed to this shift, with Oman canceling 1.2 gigawatts of coal projects and Sudan canceling 600 megawatts.

Despite the challenges, the future looks promising for renewable energy in the Arab region. With the commitment of governments, companies, and civil society, sustainability goals can be achieved, leading to a brighter future for generations to come.

This shift represents a historic turning point in the Arab region as countries move toward a more sustainable and self-reliant future.