MENA’s largest photovoltaic (PV) plant, located in Masdar City, has generated around 36,000 MWh of clean energy since becoming operational two years ago, hitting all performance targets and demonstrating the viability of green power in the UAE.
"The success of the 10MW PV plant is a good example of how Masdar integrates research, development and innovation with investment, sustainable production, and deployment," said Frank Wouters, director, Masdar Power.
Since operations began, the plant has saved 24,000 tons in CO2 emissions, which is the equivalent of taking 3,300 cars off Abu Dhabi's roads. The 10MW PV plant is one of five projects in the UAE registered for carbon credits under the UN’s Clean Development Mechanism.
"The utility-scale PV plant has also enabled our engineers to gain insights into ways different PV technologies respond to the region's climactic conditions. The expertise and knowledge gained will serve as a valuable reference point for other utility-scale PV projects in the region," added Wouters.
The 10MW solar plant consists of 87,777 panels of thin film and crystalline silicon technologies, with the plant also connected to the Abu Dhabi National Grid.
The plant is also a net exporter of energy to the grid, entirely powering the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology in Masdar City.
Alternative Energy News | Middle East
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