Voltalia and TAQA Arabia, have inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity to repower the Zafarana wind farms. This partnership aims to revitalise the 545 MW wind farm which was originally commissioned by the Egyptian Government two decades ago. Furthermore, this partnership will implement a 3 GW hybrid solution combining 1.1 GW of wind power and 2.1 GW of solar power.
The first commissioning of the project is expected in 2028. Additionally, technical and environmental studies for the project will be conducted to measure wind speeds, solar irradiation, bird migration, and site conditions. Furthermore, this initiative aligns with Egypt’s national goals to enhance renewable energy capacity and increase private sector participation in the sector.
Voltalia and TAQA Arabia have previously collaborated to support Egypt’s renewable energy goals. In July 2024 Voltalia, in partnership with TAQA Arabia, signed a framework agreement at the Egypt-EU Investment Conference 2024, to develop a cluster that integrates renewable energy and green hydrogen production in Egypt.
