The year 2025 turned out to be a turning point for global energy, with Arab countries stepping into the spotlight through massive solar, wind, and energy storage projects. Billions of dollars were poured into clean energy deals across the Gulf, Iraq, and Egypt, making the region one of the most active players in the world’s energy transition.
According to the specialized Energy platform, Saudi Arabia led the way with the largest electricity storage deal on the planet. The project has a huge capacity of 12.5 gigawatt-hours and came alongside the launch of seven new energy projects worth a total of 31 billion riyals.
Iraq also made headlines by pushing forward a massive 3,000-megawatt solar power project, along with new transmission lines stretching more than 1,000 kilometers to strengthen its electricity network.
The UAE showed strong innovation through Masdar, which launched a solar power plant that runs around the clock using advanced battery storage. At the same time, Masdar completed its full takeover of the Greek energy company Terna Energy. Bahrain joined the momentum by opening the world’s largest rooftop solar power plant, while Oman signed clean energy deals worth $2.2 billion.
Egypt added to the region’s progress with a high-capacity wind farm in the Gulf of Suez, boosting its renewable energy output.
All these moves send a clear message. Arab countries are serious about diversifying their energy sources, cutting back on fossil fuels, and securing a strong position in the global sustainability market. What was once seen as an oil-driven region is now becoming a major force in clean energy.
