Category: News Middle East and Africa

EWEC issues RFP to develop 140 MW wind project in Abu Dhabi

EWEC issues RFP to develop 140 MW wind project in Abu Dhabi

February 17, 2025 | , ,

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has issued a request for proposal (RFP) for the development of the Al Sila Wind Independent Power Project (IPP). Once operational, the project is expected to generate up to 140 MW of renewable energy and displace 190,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. Furthermore, the RFP is being issued to 16 companies and consortiums that qualified for this stage after submitting statements of qualification. These companies were shortlisted in October 2024.

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Turkey awards 800 MW of solar capacity in YEKA auction round

Turkey awards 800 MW of solar capacity in YEKA auction round

February 10, 2025 | , ,

The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of Turkey has awarded 800 MW of solar energy capacity in the latest round of the YEKA program (Yenilenebilir Enerji Kaynak Alanlari). These projects will be established in Konya, Karaman, Malatya Van, Antalya, and Kütahya. The selected bidders will have the opportunity to sell the electricity they generate in the free market for 60 months after inking the contract. A total of 146 applications were submitted by 67 local and foreign companies.

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AMEA Power secures BESS projects in South Africa

AMEA Power secures BESS projects in South Africa

January 8, 2025 | , ,

AMEA Power has secured two Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects under Bid Window 2 of the Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP). This programme was organised by South Africa’s Department of Electricity and Energy. The two projects are the Gainfar project and the Boitekong project each with a capacity exceeding 300 MWh.

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AMEA Power commissions 500 MW Abydos solar plant in Egypt

AMEA Power commissions 500 MW Abydos solar plant in Egypt

December 20, 2024 | , ,

AMEA Power has commissioned the 500 MW Abydos Solar PV Plant in Egypt, located in the Aswan Governorate. The plant will generate approximately 1,500 GWh of renewable energy annually, offsetting 782,300 tonnes of carbon emissions. This project was completed in 18 months. The Abydos Solar PV Plant was financed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO), and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

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GAFI and Hynfra partner on $1.6 billion green ammonia project 

GAFI and Hynfra partner on $1.6 billion green ammonia project 

November 29, 2024 | , ,

Egypt’s General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) has partnered with Polish company Hynfra to develop a green ammonia production facility with an initial investment of $1.6 billion. The first phase of the plant will be powered entirely by renewable energy, such as solar and wind. Surplus electricity will contribute to Egypt’s national grid, while the facility will export its output to the European Union under long-term agreements.

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ABO Energy sells rights of two BESS projects in South Africa to EDF

ABO Energy sells rights of two BESS projects in South Africa to EDF

November 25, 2024 | , ,

ABO Energy has sold the rights of two battery energy storage systems (BESS) in South Africa to French Électricité de France (EDF) after developing them into ready-to-build status. EDF was awarded preferred bidder status for both projects on November 30, 2023 in the first bid window of the Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme.

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EAAIF, FMO, and DEG to invest €84 million in AXIAN Energy for solar and ESS project in Senegal

EAAIF, FMO, and DEG to invest €84 million in AXIAN Energy for solar and ESS project in Senegal

November 14, 2024 | , , ,

The Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund (EAAIF), the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank (FMO), and Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH (DEG) have jointly announced an investment of €84 million in two photovoltaic solar plants with battery storage systems in the Kolda region of southern Senegal. These projects will be operated by Axian Energy.

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ACWA Power grows renewable portfolio in Africa

ACWA Power grows renewable portfolio in Africa

October 30, 2024 | , ,

ACWA Power announced that its Redstone Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant in South Africa has achieved 50 MW and is poised to reach its full 100 MW capacity shortly. The successful synchronisation of Redstone CSP to South Africa’s national grid was achieved in collaboration with Herlogas and SEPCOIII. This project is expected to provide clean energy to nearly 200,000 households, significantly reducing carbon emissions.

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Arctech secures 2.3 GW solar tracker contract in Saudi Arabia

Arctech secures 2.3 GW solar tracker contract in Saudi Arabia

October 28, 2024 | , ,

Arctech has secured a major supply agreement for its 1P single-axis solar tracking system, SkyLine II, with China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd. Under this agreement, Arctech will deliver 2.3 GW of SkyLine II solar trackers for the PIF4-Haden project, owned by ACWA Power. The project, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, is expected to enter commercial operations by early 2027.

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Hithium to build 5 GWh BESS production facility in Saudi Arabia 

Hithium to build 5 GWh BESS production facility in Saudi Arabia 

October 18, 2024 | , ,

Hithium Energy Storage Technology Co. and MANAT announced the formation of their joint venture (JV). This collaboration aims to combine Hithium’s expertise in energy storage with MANAT’s local insights to better serve the Saudi Arabian market. The joint venture plans to establish Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing facilities in Saudi Arabia, with a targeted annual production capacity of 5 GWh.

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Scatec secures €30 million grant for Egypt green hydrogen project

Scatec secures €30 million grant for Egypt green hydrogen project

October 10, 2024 | , ,

Scatec ASA’s Egypt Green Hydrogen project has signed an agreement with the PtX Development Fund, securing a €30 million grant to partially fund the project. The total capital expenditure for the initiative is projected at approximately €500 million. The PtX Development Fund aims to support Power-to-X projects in developing and emerging nations.

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EIB and FirstRand Bank to invest €400 million in South African renewable projects

EIB and FirstRand Bank to invest €400 million in South African renewable projects

September 16, 2024 | , , ,

South Africa’s renewable energy projects have received a funding of €400 million announced by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and FirstRand Bank Ltd. This joint effort includes a €200 million loan from the EIB, matched by FirstRand Bank. Moreover the aim of this initiative is to boost solar photovoltaic, wind and energy efficiency projects in the country.

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JBIC issues green loans to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company

JBIC issues green loans to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company

August 30, 2024 | ,

The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) signed two project loan agreements with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). These agreements amount to approximately $341 million and $130 million, respectively, under the credit line established in July 2024. The loans are co-financed by Mizuho Bank, Ltd., Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, MUFG Bank, Ltd., and The Hongkong Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Tokyo Branch, bringing the total co-financing to $569 million and $217 million, respectively.

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Masdar and Infinity Power ink PPA for 200 MW wind farm in Egypt

Masdar and Infinity Power ink PPA for 200 MW wind farm in Egypt

August 19, 2024 | , ,

Infinity Power and Masdar have signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) to provide a long-term supply of renewable energy generated by a significant onshore wind project in Ras Ghareb, located in the Gulf of Suez region. Upon completion, the wind farm will have a capacity of 200 MW and is expected to generate 810,000 MWh annually. 

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