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Expert: Egypt is committed to increasing renewable energy production

March 21, 2024

Dr. Khaled Saleh, an expert in the field of energy, pointed out the importance of Egypt’s pivotal role in the energy sector, in light of the current transformations and concerns about energy security. He pointed to Egypt’s commitment to increasing the production of renewable energy, stressing the country’s dependence on natural gas as a main source of energy. It meets about 55% of Egypt's energy needs.

Saleh explained that Egypt is moving towards digital transformation in the energy sector. Which contributes to improving production value and achieving sustainability. He pointed out that the digital strategy takes priority in various sectors, including the hydrocarbon sectors. With the aim of achieving energy security and self-sufficiency, and making Egypt a major regional energy center.

He stressed the importance of cooperation with public and private institutions in Egypt to enhance safety standards and improve operational efficiency, by adopting automation technologies and industrial software.

Saleh predicted a bright future for the Internet of Things in Egypt, stressing its role in driving digital transformation and improving operational efficiency and sustainability in various sectors. He stressed that the deployment of Internet of Things technology must focus on the business case and achievable returns, with a focus on confronting operational challenges and building technical methodologies. To solve these challenges.