The importance of shale gas as a global commodity has been enhanced after Algeria announced plans to entice foreign companies to invest, according to published remarks from the state controlled energy firm in Algeria, Sonatrach.

On February 24, 2015, Algeria's Minister of Energy announced the adoption of Algeria's updated development program for renewable energies.

On 3 August 2025, Algeria enacted Law No. 25-12 regulating mining activities, published in Official Journal No. 52 on 7 August 2025. The new law replaces the 2014 mining framework...

The Algerian Ministry of Energy Transition and Renewable Energies launched the "Solar 1,000 MW call for tender on 23 December 2021 (the "Call for Tender").

The hydrocarbons sector is the backbone of the Algerian economy, accounting for roughly 60% of revenues, 30% of GDP, and over 95% of export earnings.