Energy consumption in Kuwait: Prospects and future approaches |
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Authors: | Sorour Alotaibi |
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Affiliation: | Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Petroleum, P.O. Box 5969, 13060 Safat, Kuwait |
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Abstract: | In Kuwait, the consumption of oil, the country's main source of energy, is increasing year by year. In addition to the harsh climate and the rapid economic and construction growth in the country, there are further aspects of energy inefficiency. While 10% of the produced energy was being consumed locally in 1980, this percentage increased to 20% in 2005 and is expected to reach 40% by 2015. If this situation continues, the country will be forced to increase production or reduce exportation. Both options will cause serious problems to the country in meeting future energy demands due to its dependence on oil as a source of income, shortages of other energy resources, and the environmental care of the country. |
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Keywords: | Energy consumption Power plant Alternative energy |
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