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How much electricity does the UAE need?

Combined with UN population data for the UAE, an estimated projection of electricity generation demand is produced (Fig. S9 in the online Supplementary Data). For the year 2050, 127 TWh are required (yearly values). Segmenting this projection using the energy strategy yields Fig. 6a.

Is the energy mix of the UAE diverse?

The UAE, despite having the world’s seventh largest proven oil reserves and the seventh largest natural gas reserves, has taken aggressive action to diversify its energy mix and economy.

Which industries emit the most electricity in the UAE?

Total power generation demand and resulting emissions in the UAE (1985–2019) The three main emitting industries in the UAE are aluminium, steel and cement (Fig. S3 in the online Supplementary Data shows their activity levels). For EII, data were not available from UAE sources.

Does the UAE have a water and energy nexus?

A 2021 study examining the policies related to the water, energy and food nexus of the UAE conducted a stakeholder analysis that included 30 representatives from federal, governmental and non-governmental entities. The analysis encompassed six policies, two of which were related to energy.

What is the economic situation in the UAE?

In the UAE, oil and gas exports account for only about 30 percent of the economic activity at present. Domestically, the UAE is rapidly expanding the use of clean energy. It operates three nuclear power reactors that provide energy to the country’s grid, and is home to three of the largest and lowest-cost solar plants in the world.

Could CCUS bring UAE steel-making to net-zero emissions?

In the best-case scenario, decarbonizing the steel industry yields a 96.5% reduction in that industry—a total 8.6% reduction relative to the BAU scenario in EII. With only 3.5% of BAU emissions remaining in that industry, CCUS could easily bring UAE steel-making to net-zero emissions.