Electricity in Bahrain in 2022

As of 2022, Bahrain's electricity consumption is overwhelmingly reliant on fossil fuels, with close to 100% of its electricity generated from fossil-based sources. Out of this, almost all of it, or approximately 99.86%, is derived from natural gas. This means there is virtually no low-carbon or clean energy used in Bahrain's current electricity generation mix. The heavy dependence on fossil fuels significantly contributes to air pollution and climate change, which are urgent global challenges that need addressing.

Suggestions

In order to increase its share of low-carbon electricity generation, Bahrain can look to the example set by other successful countries. Nations such as France and Slovakia generate more than half of their electricity from nuclear power, demonstrating that a commitment to nuclear energy can lead to significant reductions in carbon emissions. Similarly, Denmark and Uruguay have focused on wind energy, achieving more than 50% and 35% of their electricity from wind respectively. Given Bahrain's geographical and economic context, emulating these strategies by investing in both nuclear and wind energy could be highly beneficial. Additionally, looking into solar power, as implemented by neighboring UAE, which has achieved around 13% of its electricity from low-carbon sources, could help Bahrain diversify its low-carbon energy portfolio.

History

Historically, Bahrain has made almost no progress in adopting low-carbon electricity generation. From 2016 to 2022, solar energy has not contributed at all to the country's electricity mix, with generation remaining consistently at zero TWh throughout these years. This stagnation underscores the urgent need for a strategic shift towards embracing cleaner energy sources such as nuclear, wind, and solar to not only diversify Bahrain’s electricity mix but also contribute to a sustainable and environmentally friendly future.

Electricity Imports and Exports

Balance of Trade

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