Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has awarded the development of a 1.5GW solar power project in Abu Dhabi to a consortium led by EDF Renewables, Korea Western Power Company (KOWEPO) and Masdar.
Named Al Ajban, the project had also received bids from ACWA Power, Marubeni Corp and a joint proposal from Jinko Power and JERA.
EDF Renewables and partner will not only develop the project but also be responsible for its construction and operation.
Al Ajban is expected to come online in the second half of 2026, powering approximately 160,000 homes in the UAE.
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