Energy transition in the Mediterranean: Optimising trans-regional energy flows

The Mediterranean region, situated at the crossroads of Africa, Europe and the Middle East, is uniquely positioned to drive a sustainable energy transition by harnessing its abundant renewable resources. A comprehensive assessment of the region's renewable energy potential and future energy pathways – focusing specifically on Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco and Tunisia – reveals a dynamic renewables landscape with significant opportunities for the entire region.

The analysis, utilising IRENA's capacity expansion model (SPLAT-MED), unveils North Africa’s vast potential to become a renewable energy powerhouse, exceeding local electricity demand projections and allowing for the decarbonisation of North African power systems while simultaneously accessing new export markets for green electricity and related goods.