Solar photovoltaics manufacturing attraction in the Middle East
Unlocking the Middle East’s potential in solar PV manufacturing and clean energy leadership
Explore how the Middle East is accelerating its role in the global energy transition by localizing solar PV manufacturing. This paper examines national strategies, industrial policy, and infrastructure investments shaping the region’s emergence as a key player in the solar supply chain.
As global demand for renewable energy accelerates, the Middle East is positioning itself as a competitive hub for solar photovoltaics (PV) manufacturing. This paper explores the region’s strategic shift from being primarily an energy consumer to becoming a producer of solar technologies, driven by national decarbonization goals, infrastructure investment, and supportive policy frameworks.
The report outlines the key factors enabling this transformation — from localization incentives and net-zero strategies to industrial value propositions — and provides insights into the role of solar PV in supporting sustainable, long-term growth across the region.
It also offers strategic considerations for investors, developers, and public sector stakeholders seeking to engage with the region’s solar manufacturing momentum.
Alexios Zachariadis
