Renewable energy projects in North Africa.
Tunisia prequalified 16 groups in November to bid for contracts to build and operate a total of 500 megawatts of solar power. The Tunisian scheme will add to a rapidly growing set of solar power projects across North Africa. Morocco has led the way, but Egypt is poised to become the largest solar power producer in the region. Algeria has ambitious plans but has been slow to put them into practice.
In Algeria and Egypt, solar power will slow domestic consumption of oil and gas and maximise exports.
In Morocco, which relies heavily on imported fuel, solar power will enhance energy security.
North Africa may contribute to lowering CO2 emissions by becoming a major exporter of renewable energy to Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
