AMEA Power, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies in the Middle East and Africa, has announced the successful commissioning of Egypt’s first-ever utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The 300 MWh facility, entirely powered by solar energy, was delivered ahead of its scheduled commercial operation date.
The landmark battery system is an extension of AMEA Power’s operational 500 MW solar PV plant located in the Aswan Governorate. Commissioned in December 2024, the plant remains the largest operational single-site solar PV facility in Egypt. The newly integrated solar-plus-storage development aligns with the country’s 2035 Integrated Sustainable Energy Strategy, aimed at enhancing energy security, grid resilience, and clean energy adoption.
“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 project was financed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), underscoring the role of strategic international partnerships in advancing renewable energy infrastructure across emerging markets.
This marks AMEA Power’s first utility-scale storage venture in North Africa, reinforcing the company’s technical capabilities in delivering large-scale, integrated clean energy solutions. It also sets a precedent for future renewable developments in Egypt and the broader region as the transition to sustainable energy accelerates.
