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security and further diversify the energy mix of
oil producing countries. With many reasons to
be optimistic, Shehab added, “Solar is proven
to be the cheapest form of renewable energy in
many parts of the world and for many indu strial
applications. Since many oil fields are located in
places where there is abundant sunlight, which
is especially true here in the Gulf region, we are
confident that the time has come for the oil and gas
industry to embrace renewables.”
“As we’ve proven in Oman, solar steam is a viable
alternative to natural gas for EOR. With oil prices
remaining low, it is imperative that we use solar to
reduce costs and achieve long-term energy goals,”
said Shehab. With GlassPoint’s Miraah solar plant
projected to begin producing steam by the end of
2017, the world will be watching the award-winning
company to see the full benefits of its technology.
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