Saudi Arabia could hit net-zero emissions by 2060, with 151 GW of solar
Saudi researchers outlined pathways for Saudi Arabia to reach net-zero power sector emissions by 2060, requiring up to 3.6% of land – mostly for onshore wind – with 151.3 GW of solar PV covering only 0.16% of the country.
GameChange Solar to supply trackers for 1,290 MWp Bisha plant in Saudi Arabia
GameChange Solar has won an order to supply its Genius Tracker 1P system for the 1,290 MWp Bisha solar PV independent power plant in Saudi Arabia. The project is being developed by ACWA Power, with L&T as the EPC partner.
Nextpower Arabia to supply 2.25 GW of smart trackers to L&T for Bisha solar project
The newly formed Nextpower Arabia joint venture has secured an order to supply 2.25 GWp of advanced solar tracking systems for Saudi Arabia’s Bisha solar project, which is being developed by an ACWA Power–led consortium, with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) serving as the execution partner.
Nextpower, Abunayyan to build 12 GW solar tracker factory in Saudi Arabia
The factory will be located in Jeddah and supply solar trackers across Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.
Saudi Arabia reveals qualified bidders for 3.1 GW solar auction
Saudi Power Procurement Co. (SPPC) has announced the qualified developers for the seventh round of Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy tender program, featuring four solar projects with a combined capacity of 3.1 GW.
Waaree Solar Americas invests in polysilicon company
Waaree Solar Americas has entered into a binding term sheet with United Solar Holding Inc. (USH), a Cayman Islands-based company, to invest around $30 million through the subscription of Series B preferred shares. The investment is a strategic move by Waaree to secure a long-term, fully traceable polysilicon supply chain to support its rapidly expanding manufacturing footprint in the U.S. and globally.
GameChange Solar secures 1.2 GWp tracker order for Khulis PV plant in Saudi Arabia
GameChange Solar has been selected to supply its Genius Tracker 1P system for the Khulis solar PV independent power plant, being developed by ACWA Power.
Saudi Arabia secures financing for 15 GW of new solar and wind capacity
A consortium led by Acwa Power, Water and Electricity Holding Co. (Badeel) and Saudi Aramco Power Co. has secured a $5.9 billion senior debt facility for seven Saudi Arabia renewable energy projects totaling 15 GW across solar and wind.
L&T signs MoU with ACWA Power for EPC of renewables and grid infrastructure at Yanbu Green Hydrogen Hub
Larsen & Toubro has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ACWA Power for engineering, procurement and construction of the renewables and grid infrastructure at the Yanbu Green Ammonia Project in Saudi Arabia.
Jordan to install solar at homes of disabled people
Jordan’s government will fund a five-year program to install grid-connected solar systems at 1,000 homes of disabled people and their families, starting in 2026.
