Feasibility report of iraq industrial solar container power station

Does the solar PV sector create jobs in Iraq?

The solar PV sector in Iraq has capacity to create skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled jobs. Although job creation happens across job functions and technologies, potential was noted more in the sales and distribution, installation as well as operations and maintenance (O&M).

What can the EDF-R do for Iraq's energy sector?

The EDF-r could be a catalytic programme to transition Iraq’s energy sector into a clean, sustainable and job creation sector. This could also pave the way for more active collaboration and engagements with policy makers such as the Ministry of Industry Small Projects Department and the Department of Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency.

How is biomass energy used in Iraq?

Biomass energy in Iraq is mostly derived from dates, corn and sugar cane and other cane varieties grown in Al-Ahwar. These can be converted to renewable hydrocarbon fuels like biodiesel and bioethanol, which can be used for combined heat and power (CHP) applications. However, the abundance of oil and gas in Iraq has suppressed their use.

How much solar irradiance does Iraq have?

Solar irradiance in Iraq averages between 4 MJ/m2/day and 10 MJ/m2/day for five months in the north, six months in the central and southern regions, respectively. The western desert of Al-Anbar has almost eight months of sunshine.

Is rooftop PV a viable option for displaced people in Iraq?

Over the past two years the use of rooftop PV among residential and retail end users has gained significant ground especially in the northern part of Iraq. The use of renewable energy is also increasingly gaining application at internally displaced persons (IDP) and returnee settlements.

How can the IOM help Iraq's energy sector?

This provides scope and a sound value proposition for the IOM intervention through capital grants for private sector driven SME development to stimulate enterprise development and job creation. The EDF-r could be a catalytic programme to transition Iraq’s energy sector into a clean, sustainable and job creation sector.