Construction of large-scale energy storage projects in Egypt

Scatec starts construction of solar & battery

May 6, 2025 · Scatec ASA has commenced construction of its 1.1 GW Obelisk solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage project in Egypt. The

2024 Jul 16

Egypt solar energy: Impressive 1.2GW Storage Deal Boost

5 days ago · As Egypt continues to pioneer large-scale clean energy projects, it solidifies its position as a regional leader. This 1.2 GW solar and storage initiative is a shining example of

2024 Mar 07

EDF Power Solutions to take 20% stake in Scatec solar-storage

4 days ago · Oslo-based Scatec ASA says it will retain majority ownership in Egypt''s 1.1 GW solar and 100 MW/200 MWh Obelisk project, with EDF Power Solutions taking 20% and Norfund 25%.

2024 Mar 27

Scatec starts construction of solar & battery storage project

May 6, 2025 · Scatec ASA has commenced construction of its 1.1 GW Obelisk solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage project in Egypt. The energy will be sold under a USD

2024 Jul 09

Scatec starts construction of large-scale hybrid solar and

May 5, 2025 · Norway''s Scatec has commenced construction of its 1.1 gigawatt (GW) Obelisk solar and 100 megawatts (MW)/200 megawatt-hours (MWh) battery storage project in Egypt,

2024 Jul 01

Egypt''s Renewable Energy Buildout Continues as First Utility-Scale

Oct 1, 2025 · Officials said the project is Egypt''s first utility-scale integrated solar and storage installation. Trina Storage supplied its advanced Elementa 2 platform for the project.

2024 Mar 02

Egypt''s Renewable Energy Buildout Continues

Oct 1, 2025 · Officials said the project is Egypt''s first utility-scale integrated solar and storage installation. Trina Storage supplied its advanced

2025 Nov 26

Scatec starts construction of large-scale

May 5, 2025 · Norway''s Scatec has commenced construction of its 1.1 gigawatt (GW) Obelisk solar and 100 megawatts (MW)/200 megawatt

2025 Mar 31

AMEA Power to Develop Largest Solar PV

Sep 12, 2024 · AMEA Power, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies, signs Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to develop largest

2025 Apr 14

Egypt set for 1.1 GWh of battery storage

Sep 13, 2024 · Earlier this year, state-owned utility Egyptian Electricity Holding Co. held an expressions-of-interest tender for the design,

2024 Aug 31

Scatec and Amea Power to Build Landmark Solar +Energy Storage Projects

Sep 14, 2024 · Both Amea Power projects are located in Aswan Governorate, Egypt. The first project involves a 1 GW solar + 600 MWh storage project in Benban. The second project is a

2025 Apr 04

Scatec starts construction of large scale solar and battery storage

Oslo/Cairo, 05 May 2025: Scatec ASA has commenced construction of its 1.1 GW Obelisk solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage project in Egypt. The energy will be sold under a USD

2024 Apr 01

Scatec Starts Building 1.1 GW Solar-Storage Project In Egypt

May 6, 2025 · Norway-based renewable energy solutions provider, Scatec ASA, has officially begun the construction of its landmark 1.1 GW Obelisk solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery

2024 Aug 24

AMEA Power to Develop Largest Solar PV Project in Africa

Sep 12, 2024 · AMEA Power, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies, signs Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to develop largest solar PV in Africa and first utility-scale

2024 Jan 28

Egypt set for 1.1 GWh of battery storage across three projects

Sep 13, 2024 · Earlier this year, state-owned utility Egyptian Electricity Holding Co. held an expressions-of-interest tender for the design, construction and operation of a 8.2 MW solar

2025 Mar 01

Scatec starts construction of large scale solar

Oslo/Cairo, 05 May 2025: Scatec ASA has commenced construction of its 1.1 GW Obelisk solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage project in Egypt.

2025 Jan 17

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4 FAQs about Construction of large-scale energy storage projects in Egypt

Does Scatec have a solar project in Egypt?

In a separate announcement, Norway’s Scatec said it had signed a 25-year PPA with Egyptian Electricity Transmission Co. (EETC) for a 1 GW solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage hybrid project in Egypt. “This will be the first hybrid solar and battery project in Egypt,” said Scatec CEO Terje Pilskog.

Which energy projects in Egypt have 900mwh battery energy storage systems?

energy projects in Egypt. 900MWh battery energy storage systems (BESS). Dubai, United Arab Emirates; September 12th, 2024: AMEA Power, one of the fastest-growing renewable energy companies, signs Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to develop largest solar PV in Africa and first utility-scale battery energy storage system in Egypt.

What is Scatec doing in Egypt?

Norway's Scatec has commenced construction of its 1.1 gigawatt (GW) Obelisk solar and 100 megawatts (MW)/200 megawatt-hours (MWh) battery storage project in Egypt, marking the Arab country's first large-scale hybrid solar and battery energy storage development.

Which solar projects are being built in Egypt?

The first project involves a 1 GW solar plant with a 600 MWh BESS in the Benban area. The second project is a 300 MWh BESS at the site of Amea Power’s 500 MW Abydos solar array, which is currently under construction. Both projects are in Egypt’s Aswan governorate.