Egypt's First Utility-Scale Solar and Battery Storage Facility in Aswan
Sector: Solar • Location: Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
Source: Ahram Online
A 300 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) integrated with a 500 MW solar PV plant in Aswan Governorate, Egypt. The project enhances the resilience of Egypt's national electricity grid and ensures reliable solar power delivery beyond daylight hours. It was completed in 60 days, ahead of schedule, and is tailored for harsh desert climates with advanced technology.
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Solar, Energy Storage, Power Transmission, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Ahram Online
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Description | A 300 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) integrated with a 500 MW solar PV plant in Aswan Governorate, Egypt. The project enhances the resilience of Egypt's national electricity grid and ensures reliable solar power delivery beyond daylight hours. It was completed in 60 days, ahead of schedule, and is tailored for harsh desert climates with advanced technology. |
Original sector | Energy |
Location
Country | Egypt |
State | Aswan Governorate |
City | Aswan |
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Source | Ahram Online |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Solar, Energy Storage, Power Transmission, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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