Kuwait adopts new local content rules for public sector oil contracts. U.S. companies must understand the requirement and the process if bidding on a project.

Israel has been continuously developing its offshore gas resources since the first commercial discovery of natural gas in the year 2000.

Irish government launches public consultation to develop country’s energy security policy. 

Pre-tender consultations with potential suppliers of geothermal drill rigs are expected. The project, valued at over $30 million, is supported by EU funds.

Vietnam has been leading in solar power development in the ASEAN region. The solar power sector grew strongly, with a new capacity estimated at 17.6 GW in 2021.

Wind power is among Vietnam’s priorities in the clean energy transition. It is estimated that 8.6% of Vietnam’s land mass could be used for wind power. 

Vietnam is one of Asia’s fastest-growing energy markets. Vietnam expects power consumption to grow from 10% annually until 2030. 

Taiwan’s net-zero goals presents opportunities for U.S. green building suppliers.

In July 2022, Serbian Ministry of Mining and Energy presented its draft Integrated National Energy and Climate Plan (INECP) through 2030 

Carbon capture, usage, and storage (CCUS) have been identified as a key opportunity for economic growth and for achieving net-zero emissions in the UK.

Mozambique’s Local Content Group (LCG) seeks to promote Human Skills Development to Strengthen Local Small and Medium Enterprises and Develop Financing Lines.

Ghana’s Energy Ministry announced that it will offer new oil blocks in Ghana’s Western and Eastern Basins for exploration through direct negotiations.

Three Special Economic Zones are in Gauteng Province 

Serbia Considering Nuclear Technology for Clean Energy Transition

Solutions will be needed to handle solar panel waste due to growing clean energy use.