Yemen in the Middle East’s energy equation: From natural resources to the right to development

In a mountainous area of Yemen, solar-powered pumps changed how families obtained water. Households that had spent hours collecting it gained access to a system carrying water through tanks at different elevations to their homes. Documented in a World Bank report on electricity access, the experience delivered benefits visible in everyday life: time saved, accessible water and greater opportunities for work and education. Local electrification projects and the opening of Aden’s solar power plant raise a broader question: how can energy partnerships grow from individual projects into lasting economic capacity? Yemen’s oil and gas resources, strong solar potential and maritime access provide a basis for economic development. Energy partnerships should connect these assets with domestic production, reliable services and local […]