Iraq s new energy supporting energy storage

How can Iraq move towards a renewables-based energy system?

Overall, for Iraq to move towards a renewables-based ener-gy system, it must introduce regulations covering renewable energies, focus on market development, invest in grid retro-fitting, and adopt energy eficiency measures, all of which are currently lacking in Iraq.

What is Iraq's energy system based on?

Iraq’s energy system is highly dependent on fossil fuel-based forms of energy, as the country is rich in fossil fuel resourc-es. It is currently the third largest global oil exporter and is likely to remain one of the three largest oil exporters for the foreseeable future.

Does Iraq need a constant electricity supply?

The most pressing concern for Iraq’s electricity sector is the need to secure a constant electricity supply. At operational level, Iraq’s electricity infrastructure requires significant investment to rebuilt, retro-fit and expand its overall capacity and to improve efficiencies.

How much energy does Iraq use?

Iraqi energy consumption witnessed fluctuations and a gradual increase from 2010 to 2021, as depicted in figure 2. The energy consumption in 2010 stood at 129.7 terawatt-hours (TWh). Over the next few years, there was a steady rise, with consumption reaching 139.5 TWh in 2011 and 146.9 TWh in 2012.

Can a green hydrogen-based energy system help Iraq achieve sustainable economic resilience?

The study investigates the potential of transitioning Iraq, a nation significantly dependent on fossil fuels, toward a green hydrogen-based energy system as a pathway to achieving sustainable economic resilience. As of 2022, Iraqi energy supply is over 90% reliant on hydrocarbons, which also account for 95% of the country foreign exchange earnings.

Is Iraq in the pre-phase of the energy transition model?

As a result, renewable energy resources are a long way from replacing fossil fuels, such as oil and gas, in the energy mix. Accordingly, Iraq can be classified as being in the pre-phase of the energy transition model. Table 4-2 summarises important energy transition indicators in Iraq and compares them across several years.