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The MESIA Research & Reports showcases industry insights and member-led research, including the Mid-Year Report and our flagship Solar Outlook Report which launches annually at the World Future Energy Summit to highlight key trends shaping the MENA solar market.

Iraq Solar Outlook: From Power Crisis to Energy Security – Looking Beyond | Webinar Wrap-Up

Explore key highlights from MESIA’s Iraq Solar Outlook webinar – “From Power Crisis to Energy Security: Looking Beyond.” Industry experts from S&P Global, Atlantic Council, Array Technologies, and the renewable energy sector discussed Iraq’s 12 GW solar target by 2030, utility-scale project developments, grid modernisation challenges, investment environment, distributed solar financing initiatives, and technology considerations shaping Iraq’s solar future.

Solar Outlook Report 2026

The MESIA Solar Outlook Report 2026 is the Middle East Solar Industry Association’s flagship annual analysis of the MENA solar energy market. Recognized as the region’s benchmark solar report, it provides data-driven insights, market trends, and forward-looking analysis for solar developers, policymakers, investors, financiers, and renewable energy stakeholders across the Middle East and North Africa.

Renewable Energy and Jobs: Annual Review 2025

The Renewable Energy and Jobs: Annual Review 2025 provides comprehensive insights into global renewable energy employment, covering solar, wind, hydropower, bioenergy and emerging technologies. The report explores workforce trends, policy impacts, and the importance of inclusion, skills development and equity in the energy transition.

Desert-Gobi-Wasteland PV Solution

The Desert-Gobi-Wasteland PV Solution White Paper presents JA Solar’s specialized DesertBlue module technology designed for extreme environments. It highlights advanced UV resistance, superior sand-dust abrasion performance, high-temperature reliability, and enhanced power generation proven through TÜV NORD-certified testing and real-world desert field data. This report provides valuable insights for developers seeking high-efficiency, long-lifespan PV solutions in harsh desert conditions.

CleanTech Alliance for KSA: Post Event Wrap Up

The CleanTech Alliance for KSA Post-Event Wrap-Up captures key insights, highlights from technical sessions and panels, and actionable takeaways shaping the Kingdom’s renewable energy and clean tech landscape.

MESIA Mid Year Report 2025

The MESIA Mid-Year Solar Report 2025 delivers a comprehensive overview of the MENA solar sector, featuring the latest innovations in solar technology, AI- and machine learning–driven asset management, Net-Zero strategies, and in-depth market updates from KSA, UAE, and Kuwait. It provides actionable insights and intelligence to guide industry decisions.