Canada – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Canada Relies More on Wind Energy
Wind energy will be further expanded in Canada. Even with dwindling subsidies at the provincial level, wind will prevail on the market as its costs are decreasing.
Published: 23 June 2019
Brazil – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Solar Energy is Conquering Brazil
Brazil’s solar energy sector is growing intensively, as photovoltaics are becoming more competitive. Medium-sized solar parks for decentralized generation offer particularly good opportunities.
Published: 16 June 2019
Indonesia – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Power Plant Construction in Indonesia Suffers From Unclear Regulation
Indonesia wants to involve the private sector more closely in the building of conventional power plants. South Korean and Japanese companies often act as main contractors.
Published: 21 May 2019
Saudi Arabia – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Saudi Arabia Sets Record Solar Targets
So far, gas and oil have dominated power generation in Saudi Arabia, with renewables playing only a minor role. But according to plans, less oil will be used for electricity generation. The gap will be filled with gas, nuclear power, and renewable energies. 40 GW of photovoltaic output is planned by 2030.
Published: 25 April 2019
Kenya – Sector Overview 2019
Import Business Is Usually More Profitable Than Local Production
Kenya’s industrial growth is meager. In a regional comparison, the country is in danger of falling behind Ethiopia, a low-wage country. There are business opportunities for foreign providers of staple foods and used cars.
Published: 24 April 2019
Vietnam – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Vietnam's Solar Energy is Developing Ahead of Expectations
With the introduction of a feed-in tariff for solar energy in 2017, a run on solar projects has begun in Vietnam. By June 2019 solar power capacity will reach 1.5 to 2 GW.
Published: 21 April 2019
Poland – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Poland Aims to Massively Expand Offshore Wind Energy
New strategies by the Polish government are promoting offshore wind energy, and onshore wind turbines are on the sidelines. But the government says that this is all a misunderstanding, and announces new auctions.
Published: 19 April 2019
Oman – Infrastructure Projects
Megaprojects Are Taking Place in the Duqm Region of Oman
Massive investments are pending in the Omani special economic zone of Duqm. Projects worth US$ 33 billion are planned.
Published: 17 April 2019
Sri Lanka – Electric Power & Renewables
Sri Lanka Could Rely More on Renewable Energies in the Long Term
Sri Lanka enjoys ideal conditions for producing solar and wind energy. However, expansion projects are progressing rather slowly, though this may change in the near future.
Published: 08 April 2019
Kuwait – Electric Power & Renewables
Kuwait Intends to Increase its Power Plant Capacities
Kuwait needs additional power plants and is looking for private investors. The share of renewable energies is expected to increase to 15% from its current 0.4% level, according to plans.
Published: 15 March 2019