Bahrain will be setting up a solar park project with a capacity of 72 megawatts as the country looks to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060. According to the Ministry of Electricity and Water Affairs, this is country’s largest solar facility, located in Bahrain’s southern region of Sakhir and will include rooftop and ground-mounted solar power systems and will also cover electric vehicle charging stations at the Bahrain International Circuit, the University of Bahrain, Exhibition World Bahrain, and the Al Dana Amphitheatre. The project is being developed by Ministry of Electricity and Water Affairs, which comes as a part of Bahrain’s…
Author: Saur News Bureau
A new method to efficiently produce clean green hydrogen at low costs has been developed by Israeli researchers. Hydrogen is necessary raw material in industry and agriculture and is mainly produced from coal or natural gas. As per reports, up to 12 tonnes of carbon dioxide are released for every tonne of hydrogen produced. On the other hand, Green Hydrogen, is produced using renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar or hydroelectric power, through an electrolysis process that separates water into hydrogen and oxygen. Mostly, Green Hydrogen production requires distilled water and rare metals such as platinum, which makes green…
With the aim of developing the health sector in Gaza, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has provided Palestine Red Crescent Society’s (PRCS) Al-Quds Hospital in Gaza with a solar power system. This will help overcome the impact of power outages on the blockade, that last for over 12 hours a day. The project includes installation of 498 solar panels to supply the hospital with 323-kilowatt electricity with a total amount that exceeded QR 1.6 million. Commenting on this, Director-General of Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) – Gaza Dr. Bashar Murad said, “This intervention by QRCS to provide Al-Quds Hospital with…
Oman’s Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) has plans to use electric vehicles and e-scooters for postal delivery with the aim of reducing emissions and integrating green practices across the postal sector. The plan as outlined in a public consultation document – Postal Sector Environmental Sustainability Initiatives – encompasses not just the deployment of renewable energy across offices, vehicles and touch points, but also promotes practices that will promote environmental leadership. As per the officials, “There is need to offset the environmental impact caused by the heightened demand for postal and delivery services spurred by the rise of e-commerce. The increased use…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has selected the state-owned renewable energy firm Masdar for the construction and management of the 1,800-megawatt (MW) phase 6 of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. Reportedly, Saeed Mohammed Al-Tayer, DEWA’s managing director and CEO made the announcement. The project will be built at an estimated cost of up to 5.51 billion dirhams ($1.5 billion). It will be executed under the independent power producer model. “DEWA is committed to completing the phases of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park according to the highest international standards using the latest solar power…
Touted as the world’s first liquefied hydrogen carrier, Suiso Frontier will moor at the Sultan Qaboos Port in Muscat. The event marks the first-ever visit of the Suiso Frontier to the Sultanate of Oman, a nation eagerly embracing hydrogen technology. Crafted by Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI), the renowned Japanese ship manufacturer, the vessel symbolizes an important step in Oman’s commitment to becoming a global leader in clean hydrogen production and export. Incorporating cutting-edge advancements, KHI engineered the Suiso Frontier. The visit also aligns with the Oman government’s strategic emphasis on hydrogen production, a key component of its ambition to spearhead…
Saudi Arabia firm ACWA Power has installed one of the largest wind turbines in Central Asia, in the Bukhara region of Uzbekistan. This wind turbine generator (WTG), manufactured by Envision, is made in China and has a substantial capacity of 6.5 MW. This installation is a key component of ACWA Power’s expansive 500MW Bash wind farm project, proving its commitment to expanding renewable energy resources in this region, the firm said. The installation of this WTG was managed by the experienced engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor, China Energy Engineering Corporation. As part of a significant drive to embrace cleaner…
In 2024, Jordan will finalise a new long-term energy strategy that will target new projects in order to boost renewable power production and build green hydrogen power plants. This was revealed by a Jordanian official in a statement, recently. “The strategy, which has been in the pipeline for some time, generally aims to develop the energy sector in the Arab country and identity future needs,” said Amani Azzam, Secretary General of the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry. “We are conducting studies for the development of the energy sector and expansion of smart power networks. We expect to finish a new…
Morocco’s renewable energy agency, Masen, has kickstarted a prequalification tender for the third phase of a solar power venture. The project is situated in the Atlas mountains. Developers are required to submit prequalification documents by October 20th, with the objective of financing, constructing, and operating the 400 megawatt (MW) Noor Midelt III project utilizing photovoltaic (PV) technology. In 2019, Masen had designated a consortium led by EDF Renouvelables (EDF Renewables) to oversee the inaugural phase, Noor Midelt I, which integrates both PV and concentrated solar power (CSP) technology, boasting an 800 MW capacity. Nevertheless, the project encountered delays, partly due…
GMA, a Dubai-based company known for its industrial solutions, along with its energy brand Ecozen Energy, has announced the establishment of an exclusive distributor agreement with Zhejiang Sunpro Power Technology, a Chinese manufacturer of solar panels. Under this strategic partnership, GMA becomes the exclusive distributor of Zhejiang Sunpro’s solar panels within the Middle East region, encompassing ten countries. The partnership seeks to capitalize on Zhejiang Sunpro’s impeccable reputation for producing solar panels that stand out for their robustness, efficiency, and ecological integrity. Zhejiang Sunpro’s solar panels are acclaimed for their robustness, and efficiency, and are validated by international certifications such…