Photovoltaic power station generator in the Middle East

How big is the Middle East & Africa solar photovoltaic (PV) market?

The Middle East & Africa solar photovoltaic (PV) market size was valued at USD 5.00 billion in 2022. The market is projected to grow from USD 6.93 billion in 2023 to USD 37.71 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 27.4% during the forecast period. Solar panels form the heart of any solar energy system.

Which country has the most solar installations in the Middle East?

Amongst all the countries in the Middle East region, the United Arab Emirates holds the maximum installations and PV projects in the pipeline for solar PV installation. Rapidly growing renewable deployment coupled with encouraging initiatives by the national administration is set to boost the setup of new solar units in the country.

When will a 500 MW solar project be commercially operational in Oman?

The 500 MW Ibri II Solar Independent Solar Project was awarded in early-2019 and is expect-ed to be commercially operational in June 2021. Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) signed a 23-year PPA agreement for the 105 MW Amin Solar PV project in early 2019. Commercial operation is scheduled for May 2020.

How much electricity will Egypt generate from a 3 MW solar plant?

The electricity generated from the 3 MW solar plant will be sold to the of-taker at a fixed price for a period of 20 years under a PPA. With the electricity demand reaching up to 27.6 GW in 2019 and a forecast, by Frost and Sullivan, of 67 GW in 2030, Egypt is in need of substantial additional power capacity.

How much is Oman's solar energy project worth?

March 2023 - Oman awarded over USD 700 million contracts for solar energy projects. Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP) is set to award solar energy projects worth more than USD 770 million to international investors after securing approvals from the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR).

Which countries are launching solar energy projects?

Projects in the pipeline are now tendered in Oman, Kuwait, Tunisia and countries incliuding Pakistan and Iraq are engaging their first large utility size projects. Renewable energy usage has been growing significantly over the past 12 months. This trend will continue to increase as solar power prices reach grid parity.