Energy in the United Arab Emirates

2012R = CO2 calculation criteria changed, numbers updated In June 2010 UAE had 6th top global proved oil reserves, about 100 billion barrels, behind Saudi Arabia, Venezuela, Iran, Iraq and Kuwait.

[4] UAE has 7th top global proved natural gas reserves, above 6 trillion cubic metres.

[9] As of October, 2022, three reactors (out of 4) in the Barakah nuclear power plant are finished, loaded with fuel, and operational.

Once all 4 reactors are fully operational they will provide about 5600 MW, or about 25% of electricity energy in United Arab Emirates.

[11] All emissions from building and cement production are local but some people may argue that some United Arab Emirates produced fuels and/or goods are consumed abroad.

[16] In February 2024, British firm Hycap opened offices in Abu Dhabi, UAE, planning a hydrogen-focused complex in the region.