What are the different solar power plants & projects in the UAE?

This page provides information about the various solar power plants and projects in the UAE. Al Dhafra Solar PV is the world’s largest single-site solar power plant. The 2GW Al Dhafra Solar PV plant was inaugurated in November 2023. It was built in a single phase.

When will solar power be available in the United Arab Emirates?

The project was tendered in 2019 to be operational by early 2022. United Arab Emirates had 2.9 GW of installed solar capacity at the end of last year, according to estimates published by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

Who owns Abu Dhabi's solar power plant?

TAQA owns 40 percent of the project, Masdar owns 20 percent while the remaining partners, EDF Renewables and Jinko Power, own a 20 percent stake each. The plant will supply power to the procurer EWEC – following the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed in 2020 - and will raise Abu Dhabi’s solar power production capacity to 3.2GW.

How much solar power does the United Arab Emirates have?

United Arab Emirates had 2.9 GW of installed solar capacity at the end of last year, according to estimates published by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). It is expected the Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic Independent Power Project will bring the country’s total well over 3 GW.

How much does solar power cost in Dubai?

Competitive bidding and financial closing of the project led to one of the most competitive tariffs for solar power, set at AED 4.85 fils/kWh (USD 1.32 cents/kWh). Seven international banks have agreed to finance the project, following the signing of the power purchase agreement with project partners in July 2020.

Why do we need a solar power plant in Abu Dhabi?

We are achieving energy security, while also contributing to building a bright future for future generations to come.” Located 35 kilometres from Abu Dhabi city, the landmark solar plant was built in a single phase and generates enough electricity to power almost 200,000 homes, displacing 2.4 million tonnes of carbon emissions every year.