Egypt depends on 20% solar power in its energy mix, minister says

RIYADH: Egypt currently depends on 20 percent of solar, wind and hydroelectric power in its energy mix, the country’s minister of petroleum and mineral resources said.

Speaking at the three-day International Petroleum Technology Conference in Riyadh, Tarek El Molla said that a nuclear power plant is currently under construction.

He added that Egypt is working on adopting an appropriate energy mix that paves the way to a complete energy transition. 

As per the country’s strategy, Egypt aims to add 42 percent renewable energy to its energy mix by 2035, El Molla said.

Saudi Arabia is hosting the 14th International Petroleum Technology Conference involving regional energy ministers, industry leaders, and government representatives to discuss their views on timely industry topics and trends.