Kuwait’s energy mix is almost entirely dominated by fossil fuels, which account for over 99% of its primary energy consumption. The country is currently undergoing a strategic shift to replace oil with natural gas for domestic power generation to free up crude oil for export and reduce carbon emissions. Renewables remain negligible, primarily consisting of solar and wind.

Kuwait is actively pursuing a green hydrogen strategy, aiming to establish 25 GW of capacity and 17 GW of renewable energy by 2050 to diversify its economy and meet sustainability goals. KBR, a global engineering firm, is currently developing a 18-month masterplan for the Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) to integrate these technologies for both domestic industrial use and export. While currently in the planning phase, this shift is critical for Kuwait to align with global carbon neutrality commitments and reduce its carbon footprint. Although the country has traditionally relied on oil, this move signals a major shift toward developing a sustainable energy portfolio, leveraging its high potential for solar energy generation.