Energy Assignment Part 2

The UAE uses natural gas as a main fuel for power generation since they are a large oil exporter. They use the majority of their natural gas reserves to produce crude oil since that is the main source of income to their economy. Despite the income, the UAE's use of natural gas definetly takes its toll on the environment. The UAE was the 4th top carbon dioxide emitter per capita in the world in 2012. Despite being a large oil exporter, the UAE plans to install nuclear power plants to meet its energy needs. It has signed an agreement with the U.S. on nuclear cooperation, and is also a signatory to the nuclear non-proliferation treaty. The UAE plans to start producing power from clean coal and solar energy by 2020 and from nuclear plants by 2030.