Between 2007 and 2018, residential electricity consumption in Saudi Arabia increased by 45%, from around 89 terawatthours (TWh) to 130 TWh (SAMA 2019). Population and gross domestic product (GDP) are two key factors that influence residential electricity consumption.

Fellow- Climate and Sustainability
Mohammad is a fellow in KAPSARC’s Climate & Sustainability program. His research focuses on energy efficiency in buildings, energy demand,…
Mohammad is a fellow in KAPSARC’s Climate & Sustainability program. His research focuses on energy efficiency in buildings, energy demand, and energy modeling. He is currently leading the Residential Energy Model (REEM), which simulates residential energy demand and estimates the impact of energy efficiency programs on Saudi Arabia’s housing sector. Mohammad holds an M.Sc. in Renewable and Clean Energy from the University of Dayton, Ohio, and an M.Sc. in Economics from Purdue University, West Lafayette.
Expertise
- Energy Efficiency
- Energy Demand
- Modeling
Publications See all Mohammad Aldubyan’s publications

Ratifying the Kigali Amendment Challenges and Opportunities for Saudi Arabia
Between 2007 and 2018, residential electricity consumption in Saudi Arabia increased by 45%, from around…
23rd January 2025
The Future of Residential Electricity Demand in Saudi Arabia and the Role of Energy Efficiency in the 2060 Net Zero Pledge
Between 2007 and 2018, residential electricity consumption in Saudi Arabia increased by 45%, from around…
25th July 2024