Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy has engaged in strategic discussions with Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) to advance the nation’s clean energy objectives. Egypt’s Electricity and Renewable Energy Minister Mahmoud Esmat met with a delegation headed by Masdar CEO Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi to explore deepened collaboration on renewable energy projects across the country.
The dialogue centered on reinforcing the partnership framework within Egypt’s broader energy transition strategy. Both parties discussed accelerating implementation timelines for renewable energy projects, diversifying the electricity generation portfolio, and reducing dependency on conventional fossil fuels. The meeting underscored the importance of expanding renewable energy capacity as part of Egypt’s comprehensive national energy strategy.
Key Projects and Development Focus
Current Implementation and Grid Connection Plans
Minister Esmat reviewed latest progress in Masdar’s renewable energy projects across Egypt, which encompasses solar installations, wind power facilities, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). A notable project involves a wind power initiative in the Gulf of Suez, with grid connection anticipated in December 2026.
The dialogue also addressed acceleration measures for project execution and grid connectivity, aligning with Egypt’s plan to introduce new generation capacities and increase the proportion of renewable energy within the overall electricity mix.
Multi-Sector Green Energy Program
A consortium comprising Infinity Power, Hassan Allam, and Masdar established a framework agreement in November 2022 with leading Egyptian state-backed organizations for developing a 2 gigawatt (GW) green energy program within the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE).
The consortium’s portfolio encompasses a 1,000 megawatt (MW) wind power facility in Ras Ghareb, a 1,000 MW solar installation in Minya, and 600 megawatt-hours (MWh) of battery storage capacity. Additionally, the consortium is developing a 200 MW solar power project in Benban, complemented by 120 MWh of battery storage, with grid connection expected by the end of 2026.
Earlier Developments in Solar Capacity
Masdar’s involvement in Egypt renewable energy extends to earlier solar installations. In September 2020, Masdar acquired a stake in the 64.1 Megawatt Peak (MWp) Infinity 50 solar photovoltaic project located in Benban Solar Park, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding solar generation capacity in the nation.
National Energy Transition Goals and Strategy
Esmat emphasized that regular engagement with renewable energy companies forms an integral component of the government’s energy transition roadmap. The ministry prioritizes expanding renewable generation capacity alongside grid-connected and independent battery energy storage systems. This dual approach supports the administration’s primary objectives of diminishing fossil fuel consumption, enhancing electricity supply reliability, and preserving grid stability.
Egypt has established an ambitious target of increasing renewable energy’s contribution to the electricity mix to 45% by 2028. Achieving this goal requires substantial participation from both domestic and international private sector entities. The minister acknowledged Masdar’s significant role in this endeavor, characterizing the organization as a collaborative partner in advancing Egypt’s renewable energy ambitions.
