Saudi energy ministry signs cooperation agreements with IEF and U.S. foundation
Memoranda of understanding focus on sustainable energy practices and clean cooking solutions during Energy Week in Riyadh.
At a glance
- Saudi Ministry of Energy and International Energy Forum establish framework for energy cooperation
- Oil Sustainability Program signs deal with U.S. foundation for LPG-based clean cooking solutions
- Separate agreement signed with Sierra Leone on sustainable energy access
- Signings occur during 25th WPC Energy Congress in Riyadh
The Saudi Ministry of Energy signed a memorandum of understanding with the International Energy Forum on Monday to expand cooperation in energy-related fields. The agreement covers sustainable clean energy practices, climate change mitigation and the Circular Carbon Economy approach.
The Oil Sustainability Program also signed separate agreements with Sierra Leone's Ministry of Energy on sustainable energy access and with the U.S. Bettering Human Lives Foundation to deliver clean cooking solutions using liquefied petroleum gas. The signings took place during the 25th World Petroleum Congress Energy Congress, which runs through October 15 in Riyadh.
Why it matters
The agreements reflect efforts to advance sustainable energy practices and climate mitigation strategies across the energy sector at an international level.
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