Saudi Scales Back on Renewable Energy

The video discusses Saudi Arabia's energy strategy, focusing on increasing natural gas usage to meet power demands and reduce reliance on renewable energy. It highlights past challenges in achieving renewable energy targets due to bureaucratic and economic issues. The discussion also covers pricing trends in solar projects and future energy targets for Saudi Arabia and Dubai.

What is the new target percentage for natural gas usage in Saudi Arabia's power supply?

• 70%

• 50%

• 80%

• 60%

What was Saudi Arabia's previous target for solar energy capacity?

• 41 gigawatts

• 30 gigawatts

• 20 gigawatts

• 9.5 gigawatts

What is the revised target for Saudi Arabia's renewable energy capacity by 2030?

• 9.5 gigawatts

• 5 gigawatts

• 20 gigawatts

• 15 gigawatts

How does the cost of solar energy compare to fossil fuels according to solar developers?

• Varies significantly

• Cheaper

• Same price

• More expensive

What is Dubai's target for renewable energy capacity by 2020?

• 1500 megawatts

• 2000 megawatts

• 1000 megawatts

• 500 megawatts