AMEA Power, a UAE-based renewable energy developer, has signed agreements with Egypt’s state-owned electricity transmission company to develop the country’s first standalone battery energy storage stations, the company announced on Sunday.
The agreements, signed with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC), cover two projects: a 500MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Zafarana and a 1,000MWh facility in Benban. The projects aim to enhance grid stability and facilitate the integration of renewable energy into Egypt’s power network.
The signing ceremony was attended by Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Dr. Mahmoud Esmat, alongside senior officials from EETC and AMEA Power.
“This agreement marks a transformative moment in our journey to power a sustainable future for Egypt,” said Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power. “By deploying advanced battery storage solutions, we are strengthening the country’s energy infrastructure and supporting its transition towards a decarbonized power sector.”
The projects form part of AMEA Power’s broader renewable energy strategy in Egypt, where the company has invested over $3 billion in solar, wind, and battery storage developments. The latest agreements bring AMEA’s total capacity in Egypt to 2,500MW of wind and solar power, alongside 2,400MWh of battery storage.
The Dubai-based company, which operates across Africa, the Middle East, and emerging Asian markets, is expanding its portfolio of wind, solar, energy storage, and green hydrogen projects, reinforcing its commitment to the global energy transition.
