- AMEA Power has announced the successful commissioning of Egypt’s first-ever utility-scaled Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
- The 300 MWh facility, fully powered by solar PV energy, was delivered ahead of its scheduled commercial operation date.
The battery storage facility is an extension of AMEA Power’s operational 500MW Solar PV Plant in Aswan Governorate, Egypt, commissioned in December 2024. It remains the largest operational single-site solar PV plant in the country. This integrated solar-plus-storage development aligns with Egypt’s 2035 Integrated Sustainable Energy Strategy and reflects AMEA Power’s ongoing commitment to accelerating the clean energy innovation and sustainability across the continent.
“We are proud to bring this landmark battery storage project online, strengthening the resilience of Egypt’s electricity grid while supporting the country’s renewable energy ambitions,” said Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power. “This commissioning milestone reaffirms our long-term commitment to Egypt as a key partner in driving innovation and sustainability across Africa.”
The commissioning of this BESS project marks AMEA Power’s first utility-scale storage project in North Africa, reinforcing the company’s capabilities in delivering large-scale, integrated renewable energy and storage solutions.
The project was financed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), highlighting the importance of strong strategic partnerships in advancing energy projects in Africa.
Author: Bryan Groenendaal
