PVH to Supply 100MW of Solar Trackers to Green Sources Investment and Alternative Energy Projects Co for Jordan and Kuwait Solar Initiatives
PVH Middle East has entered into a major partnership with Green Sources Investment (GSI) and Alternative Energy Projects Co. (AEPCo). Through this collaboration, PVH will supply 100MW of its advanced AxoneDuo Infinity solar trackers for photovoltaic (PV) projects in Jordan and Kuwait. This significant development highlights PVH’s leadership in the regional solar industry and marks a milestone in its expansion. The projects, aimed at advancing renewable energy, demonstrate a shared commitment to sustainable power operations, with PVH ensuring the success and efficiency of these solar initiatives through its cutting-edge technology. The Masader El Haq Project in Jordan will begin construction in July and aims to be fully operational by Q4 2025, boasting a 100MW capacity. Once completed, it will generate enough renewable energy to power over 20,000 homes. This project is a crucial step toward Jordan’s goal of sourcing 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.
Manah I Solar Project Hits Milestone As Solar PV Modules Arrive In Oman
Solar photovoltaic (PV) modules have started arriving at the location of Oman’s latest large-scale renewable energy initiative – a 500 MW capacity project underway in the Wilayat of Manah in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. Over the coming months, more than 1 million PV modules will be installed as part of the Manah I Solar project, led by Wadi Noor Solar Power Company. “These are bifacial modules capable of generating power from both the top and bottom surfaces,” said Eng Yahya al Rawahi, CEO of Wadi Noor Solar Power. “For the Manah-1 project, we have 585W as well as 590W modules. They will be mounted on single-axis trackers to maximize power generation throughout the day.” Wadi Noor Solar Power Company SAOC, representing a consortium of EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power Co Ltd, is executing the Manah-I Solar PV project as an Independent Power Project (IPP). Construction is being handled by Shanghai Electric Company’s local subsidiary Shanghai Electric Muscat Ltd SPC.
Governor Qahim Introduces Solar Power System For Hodeida’s Water Station In Yemen
Hodeida Governor Mohammed Qahim inaugurated a pioneering project to implement a solar energy system at the al-Zababerah water station. The $835,000 project is financed by the German Development Bank through UNICEF. The solar energy system, comprising 1,440 panels with a total capacity of 960 kilowatts, will generate 2,000 cubic meters of water per hour. Abdulrahman Eshaq, Director of the local water and sanitation institution, briefed Governor Qahim on the project’s completion, noting that the solar panels were installed under institutional oversight, benefiting over 500,000 residents in Hodeida.
Egypt ERA Opens Registration For Private Sector Bilateral Renewable Energy Contracts
The Egyptian Electric Utility and Consumer Protection Regulatory Agency (Egypt ERA) has announced the commencement of registrations for the first phase of bilateral electricity contracting between the private sector, known as “P2P”. Interested parties are invited to submit their applications from June 1, 2024, until August 31, 2024. This initiative aims to facilitate the participation of companies in renewable electricity generation projects, as outlined in Circular No. (2) of 2024, and in accordance with the prevailing legislation of the Arab Republic of Egypt. The first phase targets a total of 500MW of new renewable electricity generation, including solar and wind projects, with each project having a capacity of 100MW.
Egypt Makes Massive Land Push For Green Hydrogen Production (41,700 sq km Allocated)
NREA Chairman Mohamed El-Khayat announced that the Egyptian government has designated approximately 41,700 square kilometers for the New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA) to expand renewable energy projects focused on green hydrogen production. El-Khayat stated during a cabinet meeting that 900 square kilometers remain to be allocated. El-Khayat also revealed that sites for green hydrogen production projects have been allocated for 27 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with various investors, amounting to a total capacity of around 115 gigawatts, which includes 52 gigawatts of solar energy and 63 gigawatts of wind energy. Additionally, the government has approved land allocations in the Red Sea and Suez governorates to establish renewable energy plants with a projected capacity of 4.4 gigawatts of wind energy and 11 gigawatts of solar energy, El-Khayat noted.
Kuwait University And Siemens AG Partner To Launch Advanced Renewable Energy And Smart Technology Labs
In a significant step towards realizing the New Kuwait 2035 vision, Kuwait University, represented by the College of Engineering and Petroleum, has entered into a partnership with German technology giant Siemens AG. The agreement was signed on May 27, 2024, in the presence of key university officials, including Acting President Professor Nawaf Al-Mutairi, Vice President for Planning Professor Asaad Abdulaziz Al-Rashed, Dean of the College of Engineering and Petroleum Professor Khaled Al-Hazzaa, Assistant Vice President for University Site Planning Dr. Majid Majeed, and Engineer Lamees Al-Khurafi from the Planning Sector.
The Hellenic Energy Exchange and the Cyprus Stock Exchange Form a Strategic Partnership for Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin Certificates
Further to its relevant Announcement, the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hellenic Energy Exchange (EnEx), which took place on Thursday, 30 May 2024, at the Presidential Palace of Cyprus. This agreement falls within the broader strategy of the CSE to develop new activities, markets, products and services, with a focus on the particularly important and constantly evolving Energy sector, in which it has already developed significant operations. In this context, the CSE successfully participates as a founding shareholder, since the end of 2019, in the Hellenic Energy Exchange (EnEx), through which it is given, amongst others, the opportunity to acquire substantial expertise and experience and exploit business opportunities that arise in the Energy sector.
ACWA Power and Tunisian Government Sign MoU for Significant Green Hydrogen Initiative
ACWA Power, the world’s largest private water desalination company and a leader in energy transition and green hydrogen, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Tunisian Government. The MoU, represented by the Ministry of Industry, Mines, and Energy, aims to explore the potential for a project to produce up to 600,000 tonnes per year of green hydrogen in three phases, primarily for export to Europe. The agreement was signed by Fatma Thabet Chiboub, Tunisia’s Minister of Industry, Mines, and Energy, and Marco Arcelli, Chief Executive Officer of ACWA Power. Under the MoU, ACWA Power will develop, operate, and maintain 12GW of renewable energy electricity generation units, including storage systems and transmission lines, along with water desalination plants, electrolyzers, and infrastructures connecting to the main pipeline.
Azerbaijan, IRENA, And Global Partners To Monitor Renewable Energy Progress For COP29
A significant partnership has been established between the incoming COP29 Presidency, Azerbaijan, and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to monitor progress towards ambitious renewable energy and energy efficiency targets set during COP28. The collaboration was formalized during a meeting between Azerbaijan’s Minister for Energy, Parviz Shahbazov, and IRENA’s Director-General, Francesco La Camera, held on the sidelines of the Baku Energy Week. Both parties have agreed to work closely together and will host a joint launch event at Pre-COP ahead of COP29. COP28 President, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, had earlier tasked IRENA with the creation of an annual report series dedicated to monitoring progress and providing recommendations on achieving key energy goals outlined in the UAE Consensus, established at COP28.
Nofar Hits Milestone With New Floating Solar System Installation In Israel
Nofar, a leader in construction and connected projects in Israel, continues its momentum with the installation of another cutting-edge floating solar system. This project, part of a partnership with Kibbutzim Ga’aton and Evron, marks a significant achievement for Nofar, bringing its total connected and ready-to-be-connected projects to 350 MW in Israel. With a focus on profitable segments, Nofar remains committed to driving forward in the renewable energy sector.
EBRD Invests €100 Million In Türkiye Is Bankasi For Green Economy And Digital Transformation
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a significant financing agreement with Türkiye Is Bankasi (Isbank), Türkiye’s largest private bank. The €100 million investment will be allocated to support green economy investments and digital transformation initiatives for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the country. This financing will be structured as an investment in rated bonds issued under Isbank’s existing Diversified Payment Rights program. It will include contributions from the EBRD’s Green Economy Financing Facility II (GEFF II) and Türkiye Digital Transformation Financing Facility. The project aims to bolster Türkiye’s twin transformational goals by focusing on the green and digital advancement of the country’s private sector.
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