Iraq’s energy mix is almost entirely dependent on fossil fuels, with oil and natural gas together accounting for over 99% of the country’s electricity generation and total primary energy consumption as of 2023. Iraq is the fourth-largest energy consumer in the Middle East.

Iraq is actively exploring green hydrogen to diversify its energy portfolio, aiming to reduce hydrocarbon dependency by 30% by 2030. Supported by strong solar potential, plans include developing a 130MW solar-powered project for the South Refineries Company, targeting 800 tons of green hydrogen annually. Key initiatives involve partnerships with the Ministry of Industry, Electricity, and the National Investment Commission. Iraq has significant potential to produce green hydrogen through electrolysis, using abundant solar energy.

The National Investment Commission is working to attract foreign investment and technical expertise, with a new national climate investment plan approved in early 2025.

As of 2026 there is no information indicating that Iraq is producing green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.