Sahara Desert

Desertec Leads European Effort to Harness Saharan Solar Energy

A German led initiative called 'Desertec,' aims to provide 15% of Europe's electricity by 2050 through a vast network of solar and wind farms stretching right across the MENA region and connecting to Europe via direct current transmission cables.

Dec 13, 2011 The Guardian

Making the Desert Productive

Officials in Jordan are moving closer to creating an ambitious project aimed at producing food, fresh water and energy in the Sahara Desert.

Jan 22, 2011 Gizmag

Could a Saharan Forest End Global Warming?

NASA scientists are floating the idea that turning deserts on the equator into lush forests could single-handedly end global warming.

Nov 23, 2009 ASLA's The Dirt blog

Europe's Plan to Turn Sahara into Solar Power Source

Significant interest and investment has descended on a plan to create vast solar power plants in the Sahara Desert to power Europe, but the challenges are great, says Reuters.

Aug 28, 2009 The New Republic

Climate Change May Be Greening the Sahara

The Sahara desert is becoming increasingly green, according to satellite imagery -- which scientists are attributing to rising temperatures associated with global climate change.

Aug 4, 2009 National Geographic