AMEA Power has recently signed Capacity Purchase Agreements (CPAs) with the Egyptian government to establish the first standalone battery energy storage systems in the country. These projects will boast a total capacity of 1,500MWh, consisting of a 500MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Zafarana and a 1,000MWh BESS project in Benban.
The agreements were formalized by Eng. Mona Rizk, Chairperson of the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC), and Aqueel Bohra, Chief Investment Officer at AMEA Power, in the presence of Dr. Mahmoud Esmat, Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy; Eng. Hamida El-Sanea, General Manager for Renewable Energy Private Sector for the EETC; and Ahmed Hafez, Manager for Business Development at AMEA Power.
These transformative projects are expected to bolster Egypt’s clean energy transition by improving grid stability and facilitating greater integration of renewable energy sources into the national energy mix.
Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power, stated, “This agreement marks a transformative moment in our journey to power a sustainable future for Egypt. By deploying advanced battery storage solutions, we are not only strengthening the country’s energy infrastructure but also paving the way for a more resilient and decarbonized power sector. AMEA Power is fully committed to accelerating Egypt’s clean energy ambitions through innovative, large-scale renewable projects that drive economic growth, create jobs, and deliver lasting environmental benefits.”
AMEA Power has established itself as a key player in Egypt’s renewable energy landscape, with investments exceeding US$3 billion across solar, wind, and battery storage projects. This brings the company’s total capacity in the country to 2,500MW from wind and solar projects, along with 2,400MWh from battery storage systems.
The company is also dedicated to fostering socio-economic growth by collaborating with local communities through its ‘Community Investment and Development Programs,’ implementing impactful social initiatives aimed at driving long-term positive change.
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