AMEA Power unveils Africa’s largest solar project

AMEA Power, a rapidly expanding renewable energy company, has signed Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to develop Africa’s largest solar PV project and Egypt’s first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS)

Following the successful 500MW Abydos Solar PV Project, AMEA Power has secured two new landmark renewable energy projects in Egypt. The first is a 1,000MW solar PV power plant, coupled with a 600MWh BESS, to be constructed in the Benban area of the Aswan Governorate. This will become the largest solar PV and BESS project on the African continent. The second is a 300MWh BESS, expanding the existing 500MW Abydos Solar PV plant in Kom Ombo, Aswan. This project will pioneer the first utility-scale BESS solution in Egypt.

AMEA Power has formalized these projects by signing PPAs with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company. 

With a total investment of US$800mn, these projects underscore AMEA Power's commitment to Egypt’s clean energy transition and cement the country as a strategic focus for its future expansion. The projects are expected to generate around 2,500 jobs during peak construction and will provide clean energy to more than 769,800 homes, offsetting over 2,347,000 tons of carbon emissions annually.

Hussain Al Nowais, chairman of AMEA Power, remarked, “As the developer of the largest solar PV project in Africa and the first developer to undertake BESS in Egypt, our projects not only set a new benchmark in the renewable energy sector in Egypt and on the Continent but also demonstrates our leadership and innovative spirit in pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are honored to play such a pivotal role in shaping the future of clean energy in Egypt and on the Continent and this investment is a testament to AMEA Power’s commitment to deliver large-scale renewable energy solutions. These projects are not just about generating power, they are catalysts for economic growth, job creation, and community empowerment. By investing in Egypt’s energy future, we are reinforcing our dedication to driving positive change and supporting socio-economic development across the regions we serve.”

This significant investment in renewable energy will not only enhance Egypt’s energy security and diversification but also help the country achieve its ambitious clean energy targets. Once operational, these projects will be crucial in addressing Egypt’s recent power outages. AMEA Power is proud to be at the forefront of the country’s transition toward a sustainable energy future.

AMEA Power is also committed to working closely with local communities, contributing to socio-economic development through its 'Community Investment and Development Programs.'