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While it is projected to reach its full capacity of 5 GW by the end of this decade, the current operational capacity of over 2.6 GW already positions it as one of the largest solar projects in the Middle East, and the world, with total investments amounting to AED 50 billion.
The two solar facilities are expected to significantly boost the share of renewable energy in Saudi Arabia’s electricity generation, contributing around 50% of the energy mix by 2030. Covering a total area of 55.33 square kilometers, the projects will involve investments totaling $2.37 billion.
Full Capacity: 5 GW The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, an expansive and continuously growing solar project, is among the largest single-site solar installations globally.
Full Capacity: 2.6 GW The Shuaibah 1 and Shuaibah 2 plants are situated about 80 km south of Jeddah in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia. With a combined capacity exceeding 2,600 MW, these plants will harness solar energy and integrate into Saudi Arabia’s national grid once fully operational.
The project is home to one of the largest Research & Development centers in the region and includes PV solar and CSP testing facilities and a solar-powered water desalination plant. DEWA is developing the Maktoum solar park in phases. Once completed in 2030, the park is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 6.5 million tons each year.
DEWA is developing the Maktoum solar park in phases. Once completed in 2030, the park is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 6.5 million tons each year. Additionally, it features the world’s tallest solar tower, standing at an impressive height of 260 meters. Full Capacity: 2.6 GW
The global industrial and commercial energy storage market is experiencing explosive growth, with demand increasing by over 250% in the past two years. Containerized energy storage solutions now account for approximately 45% of all new commercial and industrial storage deployments worldwide. North America leads with 42% market share, driven by corporate sustainability initiatives and tax incentives that reduce total project costs by 18-28%. Europe follows closely with 35% market share, where standardized industrial storage designs have cut installation timelines by 65% compared to traditional built-in-place systems. Asia-Pacific represents the fastest-growing region at 50% CAGR, with manufacturing scale reducing system prices by 20% annually. Emerging markets in Africa and Latin America are adopting industrial storage solutions for peak shaving and backup power, with typical payback periods of 2-4 years. Major commercial projects now deploy clusters of 15+ systems creating storage networks with 80+MWh capacity at costs below $270/kWh for large-scale industrial applications.
Technological advancements are dramatically improving industrial energy storage performance while reducing costs. Next-generation battery management systems maintain optimal operating conditions with 45% less energy consumption, extending battery lifespan to 20+ years. Standardized plug-and-play designs have reduced installation costs from $85/kWh to $40/kWh since 2023. Smart integration features now allow multiple industrial systems to operate as coordinated energy networks, increasing cost savings by 30% through peak shaving and demand charge management. Safety innovations including multi-stage fire suppression and thermal runaway prevention systems have reduced insurance premiums by 35% for industrial storage projects. New modular designs enable capacity expansion through simple system additions at just $200/kWh for incremental capacity. These innovations have improved ROI significantly, with commercial and industrial projects typically achieving payback in 3-5 years depending on local electricity rates and incentive programs. Recent pricing trends show standard industrial systems (1-2MWh) starting at $330,000 and large-scale systems (3-6MWh) from $600,000, with volume discounts available for enterprise orders.