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ME Construction
3 days ago
- Business
- ME Construction
AMEA Power commissions Egypt's first utility-scale BESS
Sustainability AMEA Power commissions Egypt's first utility-scale BESS By The company's first utility-scale storage project in North Africa is said to reinforce the company's capabilities in delivering large-scale, integrated renewable energy and storage solutions AMEA Power has announced the successful commissioning of Egypt's first utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). This 300MWh facility, fully powered by solar PV energy, was delivered ahead of its scheduled commercial operation date (COD). The milestone follows the project's recent financial close, marking a significant step forward in AMEA Power's strategy to enhance energy security and grid stability in emerging markets. 'We are proud to bring this landmark battery storage project online, strengthening the resilience of Egypt's electricity grid while supporting the country's renewable energy ambitions,' said Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power. 'This commissioning milestone reaffirms our long-term commitment to Egypt as a key partner in driving innovation and sustainability across Africa.' AMEA Power's first utility-scale storage project in North Africa is said to reinforce the company's capabilities in delivering large-scale, integrated renewable energy and storage solutions. The project's financing by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) underscores the strong partnerships in advancing energy projects in Africa. The battery storage facility is an extension of AMEA Power's operational 500MW Solar PV Plant in Aswan Governorate, Egypt, which was commissioned in December 2024. This integrated solar-plus-storage development aligns with Egypt's 2035 Integrated Sustainable Energy Strategy, and reflects AMEA Power's ongoing commitment to accelerating clean energy innovation and sustainability across the continent.
Zawya
4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
AMEA Power successfully commissions landmark battery energy storage system in Egypt, following successful financial close
Commissioning follows recent financial close, marking a major milestone in AMEA Power's growing energy storage portfolio Dubai, United Arab Emirates – AMEA Power, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies in the region, is pleased to announce the successful commissioning of Egypt's first-ever utility-scaled Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The 300 MWh facility, fully powered by solar PV energy, was delivered ahead of its scheduled commercial operation date (COD). This milestone follows the project's recent financial close, marking a significant step forward in AMEA Power's strategy to enhance energy security and grid stability in emerging markets. The battery storage facility is an extension of AMEA Power's operational 500MW Solar PV Plant in Aswan Governorate, Egypt, commissioned in December 2024. It remains the largest operational single-site solar PV plant in the country. This integrated solar-plus-storage development aligns with Egypt's 2035 Integrated Sustainable Energy Strategy and reflects AMEA Power's ongoing commitment to accelerating the clean energy innovation and sustainability across the continent. 'We are proud to bring this landmark battery storage project online, strengthening the resilience of Egypt's electricity grid while supporting the country's renewable energy ambitions,' said Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power. 'This commissioning milestone reaffirms our long-term commitment to Egypt as a key partner in driving innovation and sustainability across Africa.' The commissioning of this BESS project marks AMEA Power's first utility-scale storage project in North Africa, reinforcing the company's capabilities in delivering large-scale, integrated renewable energy and storage solutions. The project was financed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), highlighting the importance of strong strategic partnerships in advancing energy projects in Africa. About AMEA Power Headquartered in Dubai, AMEA Power is a developer, investor, owner and operator of renewable energy projects. As one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies in the region, AMEA Power has assembled a world-class team of industry experts to deliver projects across Africa, the Middle East, and emerging Asia. With projects in 20 countries, a 6GW+ project pipeline, and 2,600MW+ in operation and under construction, the company is rapidly expanding its investments in wind, solar, energy storage, and green hydrogen, demonstrating its long-term commitment to the global energy transition.
Zawya
10-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
UAE firms in talks with Morocco for wind energy projects
Morocco is in negotiations with several UAE companies to launch wind energy projects in its southern provinces in Western Sahara, press reports have said. As part of its ambitious plan to increase renewable energy's share to 52 percent by 2030, Rabat is reportedly negotiating the wind energy projects with Masdar, AMEA Power, and Taqa, the US-based Attaqa website said. The expected investments for wind energy projects in Morocco's southern provinces in Western Sahara, currently under negotiation, range between $8 billion and $10 billion, with a production capacity reaching 5,000 megawatts (MW), it said. According to the report, Western Sahara currently hosts four operational wind stations with a total capacity of approximately 750 MW. These are Tarfaya (300 MW), Aftissat (200 MW), Laayoune (50 MW), and Akhfenir (200 MW). Upcoming projects include Boujdour (300 MW) and Tiskrad (100 MW), the Attaqa report noted. (Writing by Nadim Kawach; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Morocco World
09-07-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Pursues Major Wind Energy Projects in Southern Provinces
Rabat — Morocco is looking forward to speeding up the process of increasing the renewable energy share to 52%. The North African country is in negotiations with several Emirati companies to launch wind energy projects in its southern provinces in Western Sahara, according to Attaqa, a specialized energy platform based in Washington. As part of its ambitious plan to increase renewable energy's share to 52% by 2030, Rabat is reportedly negotiating the wind energy projects with Emirati companies, including Masdar, AMEA Power, and Taqa. Attaqa has indicated that the expected investments for wind energy projects in Morocco's southern provinces in Western Sahara, currently under negotiation, range between $8 billion and $10 billion, with a production capacity reaching 5,000 megawatts. Morocco's southern provinces boast unique potential that makes them ideal for hosting wind energy projects, with wind speeds reaching 8.4 meters per second, providing perfect conditions for installing wind turbines. Wind energy in Morocco's Sahara region Wind energy projects in southern provinces in the Western Sahara region in southern Morocco have attracted massive investments since 2015, the platform said, adding that this reflects the country's interest in expanding clean electricity projects to reduce fuel import costs needed to operate thermal power plants. Renewable energy projects in the southern provinces form an essential part of Morocco's clean energy supply and represent the key element for meeting the country's commitment to reach 52% of the electricity mix by 2030. Wind farm project sites insouthern provinces in Western Sahara also benefit from their distance from the main populated areas, which means they don't face problems related to population displacement. According to the specialized energy platform database, Morocco's southern provinces in Western Sahara currently hosts four operational wind stations that support the country's electricity grid with approximately 750 megawatts per hour. Four wind farms currently operate in the southern provinces with a total capacity of 750 megawatts, namely in Tarfaya (300 megawatts), Aftissat (200 megawatts), Laayoune (50 megawatts), and Akhfenir (200 megawatts). Attaqa added that work continues developing two additional wind stations in Morocco's southern provinces in Western Sahara, aimed at adding 400 megawatts to the country's electricity grid in the coming months, specifically in Boujdour (300 megawatts) and Tiskrad (100 megawatts). Renewable energy projects in Morocco According to the report, Emirati companies seek to secure a share of renewable energy projects in Morocco, particularly wind energy, which has recorded significant growth in recent years. In February this year, Morocco's Minister of Energy Transition Leila Benali said the country's wind energy capacity reached 2,373 megawatts by the end of 2024. Meanwhile, wind energy's share of Morocco's electricity mix jumped to 21.23% in 2024, compared to 15.4% in 2023, according to the latest available data from Attaqa. On May 20, a Moroccan-Emirati consortium announced signing investment agreements with the Moroccan government worth approximately $14 billion to implement several projects, particularly infrastructure for producing and transmitting electricity from renewable sources and seawater desalination. The projects involving Morocco's Taqa company, a joint venture with the UAE's Taqa, include constructing a 1,400-kilometer transmission line to carry electricity from wind generation stations in the southern provinces to Casablanca, aiming to produce 1,200 megawatts at these stations. During June, Moroccan group Yina and Emirati AMEA Power announced signing a strategic partnership contract to develop a 100-megawatt wind farm in Laayoune city. Construction work is expected to begin in late 2025, with the wind station officially starting operations by 2027. The facility will contribute to reducing more than 330,000 tons of carbon annually. Tags: Morocco UAEWestern saharaWind energywind energy in Morocco
Zawya
07-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
GameChange Solar secures tracker supply deal for Egypt's 1GW Abydos Phase II solar project
Solar tracker manufacturer GameChange Solar announced on Monday that it has bagged a contract to supply its trackers for the Abydos Solar PV Plant - Phase II in Egypt. The contract was awarded by the project's Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor, a joint venture of China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) and Zhejiang Thermal Power Construction Company (ZTPC). GameChange Solar said it will supply its Genius Tracker 1P Single Row system for the Abydos Solar PV Plant - Phase II, which is being developed by UAE-headquartered renewable energy company AMEA Power. The Abydos Solar PV Plant - Phase II comprises 1,000MW solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant with a 600MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) spanning an area of 20 square kilometres in Benban, Aswan Governorate. Commissioning of the project is scheduled for May 2026. Vikas Bansal, President – International, GameChange Solar, said: "Following the successful execution of Abydos I, a 560 MW project that has now reached commercial operation, this significant order reflects the trust we've built through strong collaboration and reliable execution.' The company's cumulative capacity in Egypt stands at nearly 3 gigawatts (GW). (Writing by SA Kader; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
