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Can solar power fix Egypt's energy crisis?

Egypt’s first large-scale hybrid solar and battery plant has begun construction as the country looks to its abundant sunshine to help fix its energy crisis. Obelisk, located in Nagaa Hammadi, will combine 1.1 gigawatts of solar production with 200 megawatt hours of battery storage.

What is a hybrid energy project in Egypt?

It will be one of the first hybrid renewable energy projects in Egypt and is expected to serve as a pilot for uptake of the technology in the country. The project will support the green energy transition in Egypt while helping keep the grid stable and reliable in the face of growing electricity demand.

Could Egypt's summer heat be a solar solution?

Whilst Egypt’s summer heat increases its electricity demand, it could also offer a solution. The south of Egypt, where Scatec’s new project is breaking ground is “in the magic solar belt,” said Elgendy. According to the Global Solar Atlas, Egypt has the fourth-highest solar PV (photovoltaic) potential of any country.

How many MW solar & battery storage will be built in 2026?

The project will be constructed in two phases. The first phase of 561 MW solar + 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage is targeted to reach commercial operational date (COD) in the first half of 2026 and the second phase of 564 MW solar in the second half of 2026.

Where does Egypt's electricity come from?

Around three quarters of Egypt’s electricity comes from gas. But in recent years, as its domestic gas production fell, it became reliant on imports and rising gas prices plunged Egypt into a series of blackouts.

How many tons of goods will Egypt handle a year?

Once operational, it is expected to handle 35 million tons of goods a year. A new Egyptian capital – Egypt is building a new city, known as the " New Administrative Capital," 30 miles east of Cairo. Construction on the 270-square-mile area began in 2016, and once complete it could hold as many as 6.5 million residents.