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Is foreign help enough to fix Iraq's energy problems?

Foreign help is not enough to fix energy issues, domestic reform is necessary. This past July, Iraq and France’s TotalEnergies finalized the Gas Growth Integrated Project, a $27 billion energy deal aimed at Iraq’s natural resources and improving the country’s electricity supply.

Does Iraq have a green energy policy?

The establishment of Iraq Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Agency in 2010 and the formation of the Iraq Renewable Energy Agency (IREA) in 2016 further solidified the country commitment to green energy. In 2018, the country electric power consumption had risen to 0.75 MWh per capita, and wind energy capacity reached 100 MW.

Does Iraq have a reliable electricity grid?

Now, two decades after the 2003 US invasion, Iraq has failed to see improvements in the electricity infrastructure. Although the disparity between supply and demand is widening due to population increase and rising temperatures, corruption remains the largest obstacle to a reliable electricity grid.

Why is Iraq's energy system vulnerable?

However the capacity to capture and process this gas has not kept pace. The inability to utilise its gas riches means that the country's gas deficit has grown, and Iraq now relies on imports from Iran to meet increasing demand. This has introduced a number of vulnerabilities to Iraq’s energy system.

What is Iraq's energy supply like in 2022?

As of 2022, Iraqi energy supply is over 90% reliant on hydrocarbons, which also account for 95% of the country foreign exchange earnings. The global energy landscape is rapidly shifting towards cleaner alternatives, and the volatility of oil prices has made it imperative for the country to diversify its energy sources.

Is Iraq a sustainable transition to a green hydrogen economy?

Iraqi sustainable transition to a green hydrogen economy represents a critical pathway towards addressing its energy challenges, diversifying its economy, and contributing to global climate goals. This transition is not without its challenges.