Energy

The Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has partnered with China's BYD Energy Storage to construct the world's largest grid-scale energy storage project in Saudi Arabia. BYD is set to supply an impressive 12.5 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity. BYD announced that their MC Cube-T Energy Storage System, utilizing advanced Cell-to-System (CTS) technology, will be a key component...

Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Global (RSG) has partnered with DAA International and the Arabian Petroleum Supply Company (APSCO) to bring Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to The Red Sea International Airport. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance aviation sustainability. According to RSG, both SAF and Lower-Carbon Aviation Fuel (LCAF) are designed to significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions in...

NEOM has partnered with DataVolt to create a substantial AI-powered data center with a capacity of 1.5 gigawatts. This initiative is a pivotal move towards achieving Saudi Vision 2030 by fostering a sustainable, data-driven economy. The project will be located in Oxagon, NEOM's hub for advanced industries, and will be developed in phases. The first phase involves an initial investment...

Saudi Arabia is making significant progress in renewable energy, especially in solar power, as part of its Vision 2030. The Kingdom aims for 50% of its electricity to come from renewable sources by the decade's end. To achieve this, it has committed 705 billion riyals (around 188 billion US dollars) to accelerate growth in the sector, as reported by the...

Scientists at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology have pinpointed several ideal locations in Saudi Arabia for storing solar and wind energy, which could enhance water management and food security. The study highlights two promising sites along the Red Sea, requiring approximately $16.5 billion investment, though further research is needed to confirm their viability. Published in the Renewable and...

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Snam, an Italian gas grid operator, to explore joint initiatives for creating a green hydrogen supply chain to Europe. This partnership aims to establish a reliable and cost-effective international supply of green hydrogen, connecting Saudi production with European markets. The collaboration also includes plans to evaluate the construction...

Saudi Arabia and Germany have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to create the Saudi-German Green Hydrogen Bridge. This initiative involves ACWA Power and the German company SEFE, focusing on the production and export of green hydrogen and green ammonia from Saudi Arabia to Europe. The agreement outlines plans for ACWA Power and SEFE to collaborate on projects, aiming to...

Saudi Arabia is set to launch its first independent battery energy storage system (BESS) projects with a total capacity of 2GW. The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) has invited prequalified firms to bid for these projects, which will operate on a build, own, and operate (BOO) model. The initial phase includes four major projects, each with a capacity of 500MW:...

GlassPoint is set to revolutionize industrial heat with plans for the world’s largest solar thermal project, Ma’aden, in Saudi Arabia. This $1.5 billion venture, in collaboration with Saudi mining firm Ma’aden and Spanish utility leader Cox, aims to decarbonize Ma’aden’s aluminum supply chain. Innovative Solar Technology The project kicks off with the GlassPoint Ma’aden Technology Showcase (GMTS), featuring advanced solar-to-heat...

Saudi Arabia's National Renewable Energy Program has advanced with the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) unveiling the list of qualified developers for its sixth round. This initiative focuses on developing 4,500 megawatts of solar and wind energy projects. Qualified Developers for Solar Projects Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar Alfanar Company CJSC EDF Renouvelables S.A. Kahrabel FZE (ENGIE...