The Energy Transition in Palestine

Palestine is seeking to improve energy resilience amidst its complex geopolitical challenges, focusing on energy diversification and sustainability. Solar energy, a promising resource in the region, is becoming a key component of Palestine’s energy mix, with increasing efforts to enhance its capacity for renewable energy production. However, political barriers and restricted access to resources remain significant obstacles in advancing the energy transition. International aid and partnerships are crucial for supporting the development of Palestine’s energy infrastructure and enabling access to green technologies. While Palestine holds potential in critical minerals such as magnesium, aluminium, and silicon, its mineral resources are underexplored and have not yet been fully developed. The country faces barriers in mineral extraction and processing due to ongoing political and territorial challenges. Palestine's approach to ESG standards is in the early stages, but there are efforts underway to integrate these frameworks into its development plans, with a focus on ensuring sustainable growth. Strategic alliances within regional organisations such as the Arab League and G77 help strengthen Palestine's position in energy markets, but significant progress is still needed to unlock its full energy and resource potential.