Bahrain energy storage power generation

How much energy does Bahrain need?

In order to achieve these objectives, Bahrain will need 280 MW of electricity generation capacity from renewables by 2025, increasing to 710 MW by 2035. According to the Sustainable Energy Authority (SEA), the country is targeting solar, wind and energy from waste to hit these targets.

Does Bahrain have solar energy?

Given Bahrain’s climate, solar energy is a vital part of the kingdom’s clean energy mix, accounting for 93% of its renewable capacity in 2020. In November 2021 the government inaugurated the Batelco solar plant, which can produce some 1600 MW of power and is expected to reduce the country’s carbon emissions by around 900 tonnes.

Why is Bahrain investing in renewables?

Bahrain is also beginning to ramp up investment in renewables as it works towards its goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2060. The spike in oil prices in early 2022 could offer further incentive for Bahrain to expand its green energy capabilities. In September 2021 Bahrain announced plans to restructure its oil and gas industry.

Does Bahrain have a hydrogen industry?

Bahrain has taken its first steps to develop a domestic hydrogen industry. In November 2020 the kingdom signed an agreement with hydrogen producer Air Products to assess the potential development of a hydrogen economy in the country. The SEA unveiled plans for a 4-MW green hydrogen plant in December 2021, which would be a first for the region.

Does Bahrain produce a lot of oil?

Though Bahrain does not produce as much oil as its larger neighbours, the energy industry remains a vital part of the national economy. This has been helped by a large-scale oil and gas discovery in 2018 and the upgrade of the country’s main refinery in Sitra.

Why is the Khaleej Al Bahrain refinery upgrading?

In addition to increasing throughput at the refinery, the upgrade will allow the facility to handle heavier crudes, which could be vital for the commercialisation of the offshore Khaleej Al Bahrain shale field, which is predicted to produce heavy-grade petroleum products.