Development Partners announced for 1.5 GW Solar Project in the UAE

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) announced the award for its new 1.5 GWac Khazna Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Independent Power Project located near the Al Khazna area of Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The development of the utility-scale solar power plant was awarded to ENGIE and Masdar, with Masdar serving as the local shareholder. Following the award, the project’s Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) was signed between EWEC and the two companies.

EWEC awarded the Khazna Solar PV contract after a comprehensive procurement process. Under the terms of the PPA, ENGIE and Masdar will design, finance, build and operate the plant, which will be located near the Al Khazna area of Abu Dhabi. To optimize operational performance and long-term efficiency, the project will integrate advanced digital solutions, including IoT-enabled sensors, cloud-based monitoring platforms, big data analytics, and robotic cleaning systems to ensure optimal panel performance and reduced maintenance costs.

Upon completion, Khazna Solar PV will generate enough electricity to power approximately 160,000 homes across the UAE, avoiding more than 2.4 million metric tonnes of carbon emissions in Abu Dhabi per year. The plant will feature nearly three million solar panels that will follow the sun’s path throughout the day, maximising solar energy capture and output.