Geopolitics of Renewable Energy in the Middle East and North Africa Region

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10.2991/978-94-6463-646-8_5How to use a DOI?

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MENA region; geopolitics; renewable energy transition; energy security

Abstract

The energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is a significant geopolitical challenge, given the economic dependence of these countries on hydrocarbon exports. This study uses a classical realism approach to analyze the impact of the energy transition on regional political dynamics and global alliances and explores the role of MENA countries in renewable energy integration. The methodology used is a systematic literature review of various reports and articles. The results show that despite the great opportunities in the renewable energy sector, political, economic, and infrastructure challenges remain major bottlenecks. This study provides important insights for policymakers and energy actors in understanding geopolitical changes in the MENA region due to the energy transition.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Nashiha Ulya
AU  - Yon Machmudi
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/01/31
TI  - Geopolitics of Renewable Energy in the Middle East and North Africa Region
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Strategic and Global Studies (ICSGS 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 57
EP  - 76
SN  - 2667-128X
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-646-8_5
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-646-8_5
ID  - Ulya2025
ER  -