Why TotalEnergies Was Selected for Saudi Arabia Solar Plant
A consortium comprising TotalEnergies and Saudi developer Aljomaih Energy & Water (AEW) has received a licence from the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) to develop, build, and operate a 400MW solar power plant in As Sufun, Saudi Arabia.
Project Overview and Goals
The solar plant will connect to the grid by 2027, with electricity sold to SPPC under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). It is expected to supply power to over 68,400 homes.
This initiative aligns with TotalEnergies' commitment to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 40% by 2030.
Context within Saudi Arabia’s Energy Strategy
- The project is part of Round 6 of the National Renewable Energy Program (NREP), led by the Ministry of Energy.
- NREP aims to reduce the reliance on liquid fuels for electricity generation.
- This supports the Saudi Vision 2030 goal to increase renewable energy's share in installed capacity to 50% by 2030, depending on electricity demand growth.
“Together with our partner Aljomaih Energy and Water Co, we are thrilled to contribute to Saudi Arabia's target of increasing the share of renewables in its energy mix.”
Significance
The As Sufun solar plant represents a crucial step toward sustainable energy expansion in Saudi Arabia, helping decrease carbon emissions while supporting national energy transformation goals.
Author’s Summary
This project highlights TotalEnergies' role in advancing Saudi Arabia's renewable energy targets by delivering clean power through the 400MW As Sufun solar plant by 2027.