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IEA says electrification is an energy-security option after the Hormuz shock
In an IEA scenario, electricity could cost-effectively supply 33 percent of final energy use by 2035; projected import savings are not realized outcomes.
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Energy
EWEC forecasts a reduction of more than 45% in Abu Dhabi power and water emissions by 2035
The utility’s long-term plan projects lower emissions despite rising electricity demand; its solar, battery and reverse-osmosis targets are not completed outcomes.
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Economy
World Bank projects a 6.4% contraction in Lebanon’s economy in 2026
The Summer 2026 Lebanon Economic Monitor says renewed conflict reversed the previous year’s recovery and intensified pressure on public finances and household incomes.
Finance
World Bank approves US$700 million in financing for Jordan reforms
The approved loan supports reforms covering business licensing, worker protections, energy investment, capital markets and finance access for smaller firms.
Agriculture
Iraq signs modern irrigation contracts targeting 3.5 million dunams
The agriculture ministry announced agreements for more than 13,000 systems; the target area does not establish installation or realised water savings.
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Energy
Syria begins restoring gas supply to Deir Ali power plant
Phased restart follows the Tishreen pipeline explosion.
Energy
ENPRODE’s Livno partnership announcement: wind and pumped-storage context
The archive presents a Bosnia and Herzegovina partnership heading covering wind and reversible hydropower.
Business
ENPRODE’s Oracle Aconex Connect Awards 2018 archive announcement
The award record belongs in digital-collaboration coverage; it does not announce a new EPC contract.
Energy
Jordan keeps October electricity fuel adjustment at zero
Decision concerns a separate component of electricity bills.
Energy
Kuwait and Saudi Arabia review water-interconnection project
Control-center visit examines operating and monitoring requirements.
Business
Syria–Azerbaijan Business Council puts energy cooperation on agenda
Baku visit explores trade and technical partnerships.