The UAE University has launched the ‘Green Research Projects’ recently. This initiative is in line with national and global efforts addressing climate change and the nation’s commitment to COP28. As per the organization, this program aims to finance and amplify research endeavors dedicated to sustainability and climate change mitigation. Professor Ahmed Murad, the associate provost for research at UAE University, stressed upon the pivotal role of scientific research in understanding climate change impacts and fostering sustainable solutions. He further highlighted the university’s dedication to fostering positive impacts on society and the environment through scientific inquiry. The initiative signifies UAE University’s…
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Italy based energy firm, Enel Green Power, a subsidiary of the Enel Group dedicated to renewable energy development worldwide, and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) have jointly concluded three long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with Air Liquide Large Industries South Africa (Air Liquide) and Sasol South Africa (Sasol) to supply 330 MW of renewable energy to Sasol’s Secunda site, which has the world’s largest oxygen production facility operated by Air Liquide. This landmark agreement marks Enel Green Power RSA (EGP RSA) as one of the pioneering renewable energy companies to secure large-scale wind PPAs in South Africa’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I)…
DP World, a provider of port and logistics services, has partnered with Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) to pioneer renewable energy solutions within its operations across the Middle East and Africa. The collaboration aims to research, develop, and implement renewable energy systems, particularly focusing on solar power and battery energy storage. As per the three-years agreement, DP World and Masdar will work closely to identify suitable locations within DP World’s port operations for the deployment of renewable energy infrastructure. Their initial focus countries include Saudi Arabia, Senegal, and Egypt, where the companies will explore the feasibility of solar and energy…
The Sustainability Forum Middle East (SFME) will convene its inaugural high-level roundtable of 2024 on “Green Mobility and the Growth of MENA’s EV Market” in Manama, Bahrain, on March 4. This marks the beginning of SFME’s 2024 Decarbonisation Roundtable Series, emphasizing topics pivotal to the MENA region’s journey towards net-zero emissions. In collaboration with First Motors and Infracorp, the event will spotlight the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market in the region. Infracorp will solidify its partnership with Solar One Bahrain to operate an electrical charging station for EVs in Bahrain Harbour, a significant step in accommodating EV owners. The roundtable…
Bahrain’s Ministry of Electricity and Water Affairs (MEWA) has taken strides towards bolstering its renewable energy infrastructure with the launch of a comprehensive solar power and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging project. The initiative, overseen by the Ministry of Information, has garnered notable attention, drawing bids from five prominent companies. According to a notice from the Bahrain Tender Board, the bidders and their respective tariff rates are as follows: 1.Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo: BHD 0.022 or USD 0.058 / kWh (accepted with condition) 2. Alpha Energy Generations Co.: BHD 0.021 or USD 0.056 / kWh 3. Micro Centre: BHD 0.022 or…
Dubai’s Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park has achieved the successful financial close for the sixth phase marking a significant milestone in the global renewable energy landscape. The project is led by the Dubai Electric and Water Authority (DEWA) and Masdar, this phase of the project boasts an impressive capacity of 1,800 megawatts with the estimated cost approximately $1.5 billion (AED5.5 billion). Once operational, it is expected to power around 540,000 residences, underscoring the substantial impact of investing in solar infrastructure on a large scale. The project is spread on the expansive area of 20 square kilometers and this…
Iraq has set its sights on a significant expansion of solar power, targeting the installation of 12 gigawatts (GW) by the year 2030, as revealed by a representative from the National Investment Commission (NIC). Rahim Al-Jaafari, an NIC consultant, disclosed to a local media that the government has greenlit a comprehensive strategy to generate approximately 12 GW of solar energy within the next decade. Already, contracts totaling 7.5 GW have been awarded to various companies, marking substantial progress towards this ambitious goal. The NIC is currently in the final stages of processing investment permits for these approved solar initiatives, clearing…
Nextracker, a provider of intelligent solar tracking and software solutions globally, has been chosen by ACWA Power and Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) to supply its innovative all-terrain tracker NX Horizon-XTR™ for a substantial 1.17 GW project at Al Kahfah Solar Power Plant. This plant, strategically positioned in Saudi Arabia’s Central Province, is a pivotal renewable energy initiative under the National Renewable Energy Program, aligned with Vision 2030’s objectives. The Al Kahfah project, spearheaded by Badeel and ACWA Power, is one of the key solar PV Independent Power Producer (IPP) projects in the region. It aims to supply clean energy…
Al Jalila Foundation and Positive Zero have joined forces to launch a groundbreaking solar power project at the Al Jalila Foundation’s premises in Dubai. The project is spearheaded by SirajPower, which is a subsidiary of Positive Zero and a provider of distributed solar energy in the UAE. This project marks a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental conservation in the region. As per the 20-year solar lease agreement, SirajPower will install solar panels on the rooftops and carports of the Al Jalila Foundation, providing them with a sustainable source of clean electricity. This initiative is expected to…
SkyPower Global, a UAE-based company, has secured a contract from the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to establish a 200-megawatt clean energy plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The initiative, called as the DRC Green Giant project, will be constructed in four phases, with the initial phase carrying a price tag of $200 million (equivalent to Dh734 million) and anticipated to generate 6,000 job years. This was disclosed by Kerry Adler, the President and CEO of SkyPower, as per reports. This inaugural 200MW installment marks a pivotal stride towards realizing the 1,000MW Solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) inked with…