Energy Economics Saudi Arabia Major Energy Resources
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Saudi Arabia Major Energy Resources

Abdulaziz July 20, 2020

Power generation by source in Saudi Arabia.

Natural gas 50.7%
Crude oil24.2%
Heavy fuel oil16.5%
Diesel8.6%
Renewables (solar)0.04%
Source: ECRA 2017; BP 2018

Saudi Arabia’s Wind Speed

  • High potential of wind energy along the northeast, central regions and
    mountains in the western region
Source: KSA Renewable Resource Atlas, Invest Saudi Renewable Energy

Saudi Arabia‘s Solar Irradiation

  • A Wide Range of Saudi Arabia’s Landscape Enjoys Strong Solar And Wind Natural Endowment
  • High potential of solar irradiation across most provinces, and mainly in Tabuk and Asir
Source: KSA Renewable Resource Atlas, Invest Saudi Renewable Energy

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