Wednesday, September 3, 2008

UAE Land of Sun Slow to Tap Green Energy

One can understand why a country awash with oil that has been selling at record prices has been slow to diversify its energy sources.

A recent poll conducted by Leaders Presents reports that 92% of Middle Eastern regional business leaders believe the UAE should invest in the research and implementation of alternative and renewable energy in the form of solar or wind power, bio-fuels or other sources. A peaceful Atomic Energy program came in as a close second option, with 69% in agreement.

To read more of the survey and views on the energy options see:
92% of Regional Business Leaders Say the UAE Should Invest in Alternative Energy, Albawaba, 2 September 2008.

Dr Geoff Pound