Masdar, TAQA, EDF Renewables, and JinkoPower launch the world’s largest single-site solar plant, the 2GW Al Dhafra PV project, ahead of COP28. Located 35 km from Abu Dhabi, it powers nearly 200,000 homes, cutting 2.4 million tonnes of carbon emissions yearly. Covering 20 sq km, the project created 4,500 jobs, boasting innovative bi-facial technology with 4 million solar panels.
Masdar unveils world’s largest PV plant
The project achieved competitive tariffs, initially at AED 4.97 fils/kWh, later improved to AED 4.85 fils/kWh. Illustration by PRNewswire.
The dual-use project integrates agriculture under solar panels and floating aquaculture with energy storage. (Image Source: PRNewswire)
The Horsham project combines solar and battery storage, supporting grid stability and peak demand management. (Image Credit/Source: Atimedia/Pixabay)
The 20 MW solar project actively supports Eramet’s SBTi roadmap and climate goals. (Image Source: SolarPanal/Pixabay)
Sherco Solar is the Upper Midwest’s largest solar project, set to power 150,000 homes when fully operational. (Image Source: Xcel Energy)