To meet the growing demand for clean, reliable, and 24/7 energy sources, and with investments exceeding AED 22 billion (US$5.99 billion), Masdar and the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) laid the foundation stone on October 23 for a pioneering solar power project in Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest combined solar and battery storage project.

The foundation stone was laid by Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development Affairs and Families of Martyrs. The project is expected to begin operations in 2027. It will provide significant amounts of clean energy at globally competitive prices. The 5.2 GW photovoltaic solar power plant is equipped with a 19 GWh battery storage system, making it the largest and most technologically advanced of its kind in the world.

The project is expected to provide substantial amounts of clean energy at globally competitive prices. It will contribute to creating more than 10,000 jobs, establishing new manufacturing facilities, and preventing the release of approximately 5.7 million tons of carbon emissions annually. The project employs a range of advanced technologies, including AI-enhanced prediction technologies and a smart energy distribution system.

The project provides a continuous supply of renewable energy by utilizing vast quantities of batteries to store surplus solar and wind power, making it available around the clock and addressing the challenges of supply interruptions.