The fourth phase, of 950 megawatts (MW), represents the largest investment allocated to 3 hybrid technologies.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the world’s largest concentrated solar power (CSP) project, as a component of the fourth Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. . in Dubai.
The fourth phase, of 950 megawatts (MW), is the largest investment allocated to three hybrid technologies: 600 MW of a parabolic basin complex, 100 MW of CSP tower and 250 MW of solar photovoltaic panels. Built with an investment of AED 15. 78 billion. , modeled after the Independent Power Producer (IPP), the task includes the world’s tallest solar tower, at 263,126 meters, and the largest thermal energy garage with a capacity of 5,907 megawatt hours (MWh), according to Guinness World Records.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, said: “The UAE has a clear vision of transforming itself into one of the most sustainable nations in the world. Our sustainability project is comprehensive. encompassing complex blank energy allocations employing diverse renewable resources and cutting-edge responses incorporated into spheres of the economy and society. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is at the center of Dubai and the UAE’s commitment to creating global-class infrastructure for sustainability and a solid foundation for long-term, environmentally friendly construction. The launch of the fourth phase of the solar park, which marks the culmination of the UAE Year of Sustainable Development, is a vital milestone in our sustainable progression adventure. Our good fortune in creating the world’s largest concentrated sunshine allocation underlines our determination to advance climate action and aligns with the goals of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), which the United Arab Emirates is hosting at the moment. Driven by the goals of the UAE’s Net Zero to 2050 strategy, we continue to expand our sustainable energy mix and embrace renewable and alternative energy, not only shaping the future of our nation but also particularly contributing to the global effort to fight against climate change. . Our commitment to sustainable growth demonstrates our determination to help foster a resilient and tremendously rich future for all humanity.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Vice-Sovereign of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; H. H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Energy Council; H. H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Port and Border Security Council and several ministers, general administrators of Dubai government departments and senior officials.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum welcomed through Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was briefed about the project by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). The fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which covers an area of 44 square kilometres, uses three hybrid technologies: 600MW from a parabolic basin complex, 100MW from the CSP tower, and 250MW from photovoltaic solar panels. The project features 70,000 heliostats that track the sun’s movement. The Molten Salt Receiver (MSR) on top of the solar power tower is the core and the most important part of the CSP plant. It receives solar radiation and turns it into thermal energy. The MSR contains over 1,000 thin tubes that enable the absorption of sun rays and their transfer to the molten salt within these tubes. This project will provide approximately 320,000 residences with clean and sustainable energy. It will reduce carbon emissions by about 1.6 million tonnes annually, enhancing Dubai’s position as a leading global hub in clean, renewable energy and climate action.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer said, “President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has emphasised that the UAE’s commitment to protecting the environment and supporting global action to achieve sustainability is firm, continuous, and effective for the benefit of its people and the service of humanity. Furthermore, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has constantly reiterated the UAE’s determination to be at the forefront of global efforts to create a more sustainable future for all of humanity by taking concrete action to transition to renewable energies. At the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, we follow the vision and directives of the leadership to increase the share of clean and renewable energy sources to achieve the goals of the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050. We have already achieved the interim goals of this strategy in record time.”
Al Tayer explained in his speech at the inauguration that the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park was based on the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to implement this project to be a global landmark that sets higher standards of excellence than similar projects worldwide. He emphasised that this project would not have been possible without His Highness’s support to implement the project according to world-leading benchmarks of efficiency and performance. The project features the tallest CSP tower and the largest single-site thermal energy storage in the world, as well as the lowest cost to produce renewable energy round the clock.
“His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision and direction to increase the percentage of renewable and white energy have helped make Dubai a global hub for the green economy and a global style in the sustainable energy transition. This has been achieved through pioneering methods and tasks focusing on complex studies and development, Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, virtual transformation and the latest blank and renewable energy technologies. Thanks to the IPP style, DEWA has achieved the lowest costs in the world, making Dubai a benchmark for solar energy allocation costs around the world,” Al Tayer said.
“The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park supports the efforts of the UAE, which is making one of the world’s largest investments in blank energy projects, and is currently hosting the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, at Expo City Dubai. This underlines the UAE’s strong commitment to sustainable progress and protecting the environment and natural resources for us and for generations to come. The solar park, with an existing capacity of 2,627 MW, is the cornerstone of Dubai’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Grid. Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050 to supply one hundred percent of power generation capacity from blank energy resources by 2050,” added Al. Tayer.
Al Tayer praised the efforts of DEWA partners in implementing this pioneering task in accordance with the highest foreign standards and the most complex technologies. A consortium led by DEWA and ACWA Power of Saudi Arabia has established Noor Energy 1 as a corporate task to design, build and operate. the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. DEWA owns a 51 percent stake in the company, ACWA Power owns 25 percent and the Chinese Silk Road Fund owns 24 percent.
“Guided by the leadership and vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai is paving the way for a sustainable future. It is transforming into a global hub for the green economy as it continues its efforts to achieve the goals of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050. The inauguration of the world’s largest single-site CSP plant at COP28 demonstrates our commitment to our strategy to increase the use of blank energy and renewable energy sources. The assignment is also a vital milestone in DEWA’s success. And we’re proud to be a part of it. This is a component of our long-term partnership that we have at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which led to the opening of the fourth phase that we are witnessing today at Noor Energy 1. mission,” said Mohammad Abunayyan, president of ACWA Power.
“We are proud of our contribution to achieving the ambitious leadership vision in cooperation with our partners at DEWA. Our key role, through the qualitative assignments we operate and manage in the UAE, confirms the breadth of efforts, experience and capabilities monetary functions of our partners at DEWA and the Silk Road Fund. Together, we were able to establish new criteria for the generation of CSP and the most recent technological inventions of this task, such as the generation of solar towers and parabolic panels using CSP to generate power 24 hours a day. Additionally, the plant’s capacity is increased by photovoltaic solar panels to produce 950 megawatts. It is the only single-site assignment in the world that integrates all of those technologies. It also has the largest capacity solar energy storage in the world,” Abunayyan added.
“Through collaboration and innovation, we pave the way for sustainable energy solutions that push boundaries and drive progress. As we celebrate the opening of Noor Energy 1, we affirm our commitment to a brighter and cleaner future for future generations,” said Zhu Jun, Chairwoman of Silk Road Fund.
“We are honoured to be part of this huge cooperation between DEWA and ACWA Power. Together, we are setting a new standard for innovation and sustainability. This achievement is a milestone in the development of sustainable energy in the region and confirms the commitment to promoting energy solutions. The successful completion of this project is a testament to the dedication and expertise of all partners and sets a commendable precedent for future renewable energy initiatives,” added Zhu Jun.
Three combined technologies
The fourth phase of the Solar Park uses three hybrid technologies to produce clean energy: 600MW from a parabolic basin complex (three units of 200MW each), 100MW from the world’s tallest solar power tower (based on Molten Salt technology), and 250MW from photovoltaic solar panels. The Molten Salt Receiver (MSR) on top of the solar power tower is the core and most important part of the CSP plant. It receives solar radiation and turns it into thermal energy. The MSR contains over 1,000 thin tubes that enable the absorption of sun rays and their transfer to the molten salt within these tubes.
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