reNews14 Jul 2026Macro
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The project combines a 5.2 GW solar photovoltaic plant with a 19 GWh battery energy storage system to deliver 1 GW of continuous power, backed by a $5.1 billion financing package from 13 banks. Total project cost is $6.1 billion, developed with Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC). Ground was broken in October 2025, with operation expected in 2027.