The role of renewable energy in achieving sustainable development in Iraq

Abstract

Abstract:

the heavy dependence on conventional energy in Iraq, especially oil and gas, poses a major challenge to achieving sustainable development, as a result of high carbon emissions and depletion of natural resources, as well as the effects of climate change such as drought, desertification and water scarcity. The shift towards renewable energy is a strategic response to these challenges, providing sustainable sources such as solar, wind and hydropower, with the ability to reduce environmental impact and enhance energy security. Renewable energy plays a key role in supporting economic growth by creating new investment and industrial opportunities, stimulating technological innovation in the energy sector, as well as improving the quality of life and enhancing social stability by providing clean energy to homes, farms and government institutions. The use of renewable energy contributes to reducing dependence on fossil fuels, reducing harmful emissions and limiting global warming, as well as enhancing the sustainability of Natural Resources and protecting the environment from degradation.