FIVE hotels in the UAE has now obtained the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC). With this, it has become the first and only hotel in the UAE to achieve 100% renewable electricity for 2022. I-REC was received from Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which is being implemented by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) and is the largest single-site solar park in the world. It uses the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model, with a production capacity of 5,000MW by 2030 and a total investment of AED 50 billion. FIVE’s single delivery I-REC agreement was verified through the…
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Hynfra, a Polish hydrogen company, has recently formed a new venture in Jordan with the aim of establishing a green ammonia plant powered by a 530 MW solar PV system. The project is expected to be operational within five years. This joint venture, named Jordan Green Ammonia LLC, was created in partnership with Fidelity Group, an industrial investment manager based in Jordan. The primary objective of this collaboration is to build a green ammonia plant in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZ), a designated area aimed at promoting industry, tourism, and trade through reduced duties. The strategic location of ASEZ…
Following Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030, the country will be launching its second clean energy plan in September this year. With this, the nation has aims to ensure sustainability and to address climate change. “During FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, we employed 25 percent of public transport in Qatar which was eco-friendly,” said Minister of Transport H E Jassim bin Saif Al Sulaiti. He added, “Following Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030, we will launch the second part of Qatar’s clean energy plan in September.” He informed that the number of eco-friendly public transport vehicles is expected to go up significantly…
The Kuwait Petroleum International (Q8) has started the foundation of the first hydrogen refueling station in Rome, Italy. The firm said in a press statement that it would launch the first station to supply hydrogen in Rome in collaboration with the specialised Maire Group. Dwelling on the project, Q8 informed that this project reveals the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC)’s strategy to provide its customers with various clean and sustainable petroleum products made from renewable raw materials. “The provision of hydrogen fuel would transform the station into an integrated centre to support sustainable and low-emission mobility,” said the note. “It is…
Enowa, a subsidiary firm of NEOM, has appointed the International engineering firm Assystem to conduct a suite of pre-development studies for seven planned solar photovoltaic parks in the Tabuk and Duba regions in Saudi Arabia. These projects are expected to directly contribute to NEOM’s vision to become the world’s advanced renewable energy hub and the first at-scale fully renewable electricity system. As per the agreement, Assystem will conduct an assessment study, preliminary design of parks and master planning, environmental baseline surveys, environmental and social impact assessment, and permitting reports. The scope of the project includes various studies such as geotechnical,…
A consortium consisting of Japanese Toyota Tsusho, French TotalEnergies Renewables, and Saudi Altaaqa Renewable Energy (a Zahid Group company) has completed financing for the development of a 119 MW solar PV power plant to be located in Wadi Ad-Dawasir. Japanese Toyota Tsusho, with French TotalEnergies Renewables and Saudi Altaaqa Renewable Energy (a Zahid Group company), has secured a $100 million fund for the project. It is also going to be the first renewable project in Saudi Arabia for Toyota Tsusho. The 119 MW power generating capacity plant is anticipated to commence operations in March 2025. The project will be established…
The world is placing a premium on adoption of renewable sources of energy, and the town of Sargaya in Syria is following the lead too. The town is set to welcome two solar power plants. The Ministry of Electricity in Syria will be looking into the establishment of a 100 kW solar power plant. It will reach completion this year and provide power to close to 100 homes. Another solar power plant with capacity 50 kW is also in the works and being developed by a private firm. It will be in operation by next year. The plant will meet…
The Kingdom of Bahrain has begun the implementation of National Energy Transition Plan, which aims to bolster renewable energy. Bahrain is aiming to augment the renewable energy claim in its cumulative electricity generation to 5% by 2025, advancing to 20% by 2035. The President of the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA), Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, underlined Bahrain’s dedication to diversification of energy resources and enabling the transition to sustainable energy, keeping step with the COP26 commitments it has made. The EWA has carried out measures aimed at streamlining the connection process for renewable energy applications. It has also laid out…
A totalEnergies-led international consortium has received financing for a 119 MW Solar PV project in Saudi Arabia. The firm won the project in a 2021-’22 tender held by the Saudi Government. Located in Wadi Al Dawasir, the Dawasir Valley, it has a capacity of 119 MW. The project will be developed by the international consortium, led by France’s TotalEnergies, Japan’s Toyota Tsusho, and Saudi’s Altaaqa Renewable Energy (Zahid Group). The financing for the project has been received from Apicorp and Riyadh Bank for a utility-scale solar project in Saudi Arabia. It may be noted that in the 2021 and 2022…
Oman is emerging as one of the favourite countries in the middle-east region for renewable resources and green hydrogen. It has already started the development of a green hydrogen based sector in line with the government’s net zero strategy. Recently,to this end, a high-level Omani delegation led by Mohsin bin Hamad Al Hadhrami, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, visited Italy and Switzerland. Discussions were held in the areas of renewable energy and green hydrogen towards the further consolidation of bilateral ties in Italy. Investments to Oman were discussed and knowledge was also exchanged with leading companies, institutions and…