Energy Alternatives and the GCC: Experiences and Challenges

Mohammad, Ahmed A; Akhdir, Aisha Ahmed

doi:10.37651/aujlps.2025.159670.1501

	Energy Alternatives and the GCC: Experiences and Challenges
Journal of Anbar University for Law and Political Sciences
Article 6, Volume 15, Issue: 2 part 1, September 2025, Pages 158-183 PDF (592.12 K)
Document Type: Research Paper
DOI: 10.37651/aujlps.2025.159670.1501
Authors
Ahmed A Mohammad^* ¹; Aisha Ahmed Akhdir²
¹Anbar University/College of Law and Political Science
²University of Anbar - College of Political Science.
Abstract
The Gulf Cooperation Council Countries have today become among the leading countries globally in seeking to benefit from renewable energy sources. This has driven them to develop numerous plans and strategies aimed at achieving a transition toward renewable energy alternatives, due to the significant harm caused by fossil fuels, in addition to their finite nature and the high global costs associated with their extraction, transportation, and conversion. These states seek to achieve energy security, maintain economic growth, and address environmental problems resulting from the increasing consumption of fossil energy sources by pursuing a policy of energy diversification and avoiding exclusive reliance on fossil fuels. The Gulf Cooperation Council Countries perceive renewable energy markets as offering significant investment opportunities. However, they vary in their levels of commitment and progress; while some have made tangible advancements in renewable energy projects, others are still working to overcome obstacles hindering their ability to invest in this sector.
Keywords
Gulf countries; renewable energy; fossil fuels; energy transition obstacles

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