Tamimi Markets, a leading retailer in Saudi Arabia, has partnered with Yellow Door Energy to launch a major solar initiative at its distribution centers in Jeddah and Dammam. The agreement will see the installation of over 1,500 high-efficiency bifacial solar panels across 7,200 square meters of rooftop space, delivering a combined capacity of 900 kWp—465 kWp for the Jeddah site and 435 kWp for two Dammam facilities, according to Yellow Door Energy.
This solar project is projected to produce 1.5 million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity in its first year, potentially cutting carbon emissions by 586 metric tonnes. The effort is designed to support Saudi Arabia’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060 and aligns with the national Vision 2030 strategy.
Bobby Rajendran, Chief Executive Officer of Tamimi Markets, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainability, highlighting that the solar lease agreement will help decarbonize operations and strengthen business resilience. Hisham Alhegelan, Chief Executive Officer Middle East at Yellow Door Energy, noted the partnership’s role in reducing both costs and emissions, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s leadership in regional sustainability efforts. Khaled Chebaro, Country Director for Saudi Arabia at Yellow Door Energy, added that this project is part of the company’s expanding portfolio in the Kingdom, which now includes five solar leases.
Construction of the solar power plants has already begun and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2025. Under the agreement, Yellow Door Energy will handle all aspects of the project’s development and operation, allowing Tamimi Markets to maintain its focus on retail excellence.
