What are the different solar power plants & projects in the UAE?

This page provides information about the various solar power plants and projects in the UAE. Al Dhafra Solar PV is the world’s largest single-site solar power plant. The 2GW Al Dhafra Solar PV plant was inaugurated in November 2023. It was built in a single phase.

How many solar panels does the UAE use?

It uses almost 4 million solar panels, which deploy innovative bi-facial technology, ensuring sunlight is captured on both sides of the panels to maximise yield. In less than fifteen years, the UAE has become a global leader in solar energy.

Is Al Dhafra the world's largest single-site solar power plant?

The UAE’s Al Dhafra project – described by its developers as the world’s largest single-site solar power plant – has been formally inaugurated, with an annual production capacity of 2 gigawatts (GW). The Al Dhafra solar PV (photovoltaic) plant is located 35 kilometres from Abu Dhabi’s capital city.

Does Dubai have a solar power plant?

Meanwhile, Dubai projects 50% electric generation from renewable sources by 2050. The largest solar power plant in the Middle East is located in Abu Dhabi. This is a 1.2 GW plant that has generated electricity since 2019. There is also another solar power plant project underway that is set to open in Abu Dhabi in the first quarter of 2022.

How much does solar power cost in Dubai?

Competitive bidding and financial closing of the project led to one of the most competitive tariffs for solar power, set at AED 4.85 fils/kWh (USD 1.32 cents/kWh). Seven international banks have agreed to finance the project, following the signing of the power purchase agreement with project partners in July 2020.

Where is Al Dhafra solar power plant located?

The Al Dhafra solar PV (photovoltaic) plant is located 35 kilometres from Abu Dhabi’s capital city. It can generate enough electricity to power almost 200,000 homes, displacing 2.4 million tonnes of carbon emissions each year, its developers said.