Energy · Abu Dhabi, UAE · United Arab Emirates · November 7, 2026

IEA: UAE to lead world solar output by 2031

Reported by 3 outlets · first reported Nov 6, 11:30 AM ET

The IEA expects the UAE to become the largest generator of solar electricity by 2031. It also forecasts 4,800 GW of new renewables by 2031, with the Hormuz crisis speeding deployment.

Why it matters

Fuel price spikes are accelerating clean power.

Background

The IEA is the global energy watchdog.

The story so far

1. Oct 18UAE agrees with Saudi Arabia to re-enter Yemen conflict
2. Oct 26Apollo takes stake in Mubadala Capital
3. Nov 2US to mediate Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi Nov. 10-11
4. Nov 3US, Russia and Ukraine to hold talks in Abu Dhabi
5. Nov 7IEA: UAE to lead world solar output by 2031

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Sources

• The National ↗Nov 7, 3:33 AM ET
• OilPrice ↗Nov 6, 11:30 AM ET

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