Analysis of solar and wind energy utilisation in Europe and Africa

Laila Talbi (), Mouna Abarkan, Fatima Ezzahra Saber, Ahmed Louardi, Jurga VestertÄ— (), Najiba El Amrani El Idrissi (), Joana Katina (), Joana Katina () and Joana Katina ()
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Laila Talbi: Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco
Mouna Abarkan: Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco
Fatima Ezzahra Saber: Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco
Ahmed Louardi: Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco
Jurga VestertÄ—: Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania
Najiba El Amrani El Idrissi: Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco
Joana Katina: Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania
Joana Katina: Vilnius University, Lithuania
Joana Katina: Vilniaus kolegija / Higher Education Institution, Lithuania

Insights into Regional Development, 2025, vol. 7, issue 3, 10-22

Abstract: The increasing reliance on renewable energy sources is essential for achieving global sustainability, with solar and wind energy playing pivotal roles in mitigating climate change and reducing dependency on fossil fuels. This study presents an in-depth comparative analysis of solar and wind energy utilisation in Europe and Africa, examining the key differences in resource availability, adoption rates, technological advancements, economic factors, and policy frameworks. Europe has made significant progress integrating renewable energy into its energy mix through comprehensive policies, substantial financial investments, and cutting-edge technological developments. In contrast, despite possessing immense renewable energy potential, particularly in solar energy, Africa faces considerable challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, limited funding, and inconsistent policy implementation. The findings highlight the barriers and opportunities for both regions and propose strategies to optimise renewable energy deployment, fostering sustainable development across diverse socio-economic contexts.

Keywords: renewable energy; solar energy; wind energy; Europe; Africa; energy policy; sustainability; technological advancements; energy transition; grid infrastructure (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q42 Q48 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.70132/z8468559752

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