Energy

Saudi Arabia is embarking on its first Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects through a Public-Private Partnership model, targeting an ambitious 48 Gigawatt-hours (GWh) storage capacity by 2030. The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), under the Ministry of Energy, has launched the qualification process for four BESS projects, termed 'Group 1 Battery Energy Storage Services Projects', as of early November...

The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) has announced a tender for four significant battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, each with a capacity of 500 MW/2 GWh, totaling 2 GW/8 GWh. These projects are set to be developed in various regions of Saudi Arabia, including Makkah Province, Qassim Province, and Hail Province. Named as the Al-Muwyah, Haden, Al-Khushaybi, and Al-Kahafa...

AFC Energy, a leader in hydrogen power technology, has announced an agreement to deliver its first 45kVA H-Power System to Saudi Arabia through its exclusive distributor, The Machinery Group LLC (TAMGO). This system includes the latest S Series 30kW fuel cell generator, a 45kWh battery energy storage system, and a hydrogen pressure reduction station. The initial deployment aims to adapt...

Saudi Arabia is taking a significant step towards diversifying its energy portfolio by launching a tender for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), with a total capacity of 2,000 MW. These systems will store up to 8,000 MWh of energy, enhancing the management of renewable sources like solar and wind within the national grid. The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) is...

The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), under the Ministry of Energy, is inviting qualifications for its inaugural Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, totaling 8000 MWh. This initiative is a part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to boost renewable energy. The first group of BESS projects will have a combined capacity of 2000 MW/4 hours, distributed across four key sites:...

Saudi Arabia has embarked on a significant renewable energy initiative by launching a tender for battery storage systems. This project, aimed at enhancing grid flexibility, involves creating 2,000 MW/8,000 MWh of battery storage capacity through four build-own-operate projects. The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) has announced that these projects will be developed under the BOO model, allowing developers full ownership...

Saudi Arabia has embarked on a significant renewable energy initiative with the launch of its first battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This tender involves a substantial 2,000 MW/8,000 MWh capacity, distributed across four projects under a build-own-operate (BOO) model. The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) has outlined that these projects will be located strategically throughout the Kingdom. Two 500...

Jeddah-based Desert Technologies, known for its PV assembly line in Saudi Arabia with a capacity of 110 MW for high-efficiency PERC monocrystalline modules, has announced a significant expansion plan. The company aims to establish a 3GW solar cell manufacturing capacity and a 2GW PV module assembly unit, totaling a 5GW annual capacity. Although specific partners or technologies have not been...

Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) is inviting bids for the construction of four battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, each designed to deliver 500MW of output and 2,000MWh of storage capacity. These projects will be awarded through 15-year Storage Services contracts under a build-own-operate (BOO) model, with bidders maintaining full ownership via special purpose vehicle (SPV) companies. This initiative is...

Saudi Arabia's SPPC Launches Battery Energy Storage Projects The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) has initiated the qualification process for its inaugural batch of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. These projects aim to provide a total capacity of 2000 megawatts (MW) with a discharge duration of 4 hours. Four projects have been identified for this phase: Al-Muwyah BESS in...