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From black gold to green growth: Kurdistan's energy opportunity at a crossroads
Aqrawi-Whitcomb, Peri-Khan Colorado School of Mines. Payne Institute for Public Policy
Aqrawi-Whitcomb, Peri-Khan
Colorado School of Mines. Payne Institute for Public Policy
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2025-05-26
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This commentary examines the Kurdistan Region's recent multibillion-dollar oil and gas deals with U.S. companies, framing them as a pivotal moment of economic and geopolitical significance. While these agreements open the door to long-term prosperity, their success depends not only on the Kurdistan Regional Government but also on its international partners. In a region marked by both human-made and natural volatility, all stakeholders share a responsibility to align fossil fuel development with environmental integrity, inclusive growth, and long-term resilience. Bold governance, strategic cooperation, and sustainable innovation will be essential to ensure these deals deliver more than revenue—they must help secure a stable and equitable future.
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