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Researchers from Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) proposed a pathway for the kingdom to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060, requiring 3.6% of land for renewable energy development. This includes 515.3 GW of total capacity, with onshore wind dominating.

Solar PV is projected to reach 151.3 GW, occupying 3,519 km2, or 0.16% of Saudi land. The study assesses scenarios of zero-emission and net-zero emissions power, highlighting challenges related to critical minerals and emphasizing the need for efficient technology selection and resource management. The findings stress a holistic approach to decarbonization in the power sector.