Yes, according to researcher Christoph Richter. 'Solar energy is a realistic option. The sun shines 30% longer in North Africa than in Europe, this place has such potential.' Building these power stations in North Africa and the near east will create a type of 'energy motorway' that will power through central Europe. Although centuries of European colonialism has led to African mistrust, Richter states that 'With technological advances and the right political developments, we could imagine a scenario where renewable energies supply 100% of the world's power.' Solar energy is becoming a much more viable option for the future.