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‘Notable Shift In Energy Landscape’ Will See Nuclear Capacity Triple By 2035 In Middle East And Africa

By David Dalton
18 September 2025

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‘Notable Shift In Energy Landscape’ Will See Nuclear Capacity Triple By 2035 In Middle East And Africa
The UAE has been at the forefront of nuclear development in the region with four nuclear units at Barakah. Courtesy Enec.
Nuclear capacity in the Middle East and Africa (Mena) region is projected to triple by 2035 to reach 19 GW, a notable shift in the regional energy landscape as countries seek reliable, affordable, low-emissions energy sources to enhance energy security and grid stability, a report says.

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