Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of the Al Sila Wind Independent Power Project, a 140-megawatt (MW) wind farm set to double Abu Dhabi’s wind energy capacity to approximately 240MW upon completion.
The project, located near the existing Al Sila wind farm, will generate enough renewable electricity to power 36,000 homes annually while offsetting 190,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.
“This project is a significant milestone in diversifying the UAE’s energy mix and reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a regional leader in renewable energy,” said Mohamed Al Marzooqi, EWEC’s Chief Asset Development & Management Officer. “With an expected increase in wind capacity to 2.6 gigawatts by 2035, we are setting a global benchmark in sustainable energy.”
Sixteen pre-qualified companies and consortiums, shortlisted after the Expression of Interest stage in October 2024, have been invited to submit proposals.
The project will encompass development, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance, with the successful bidder owning up to 40% of the entity. The Abu Dhabi Government will hold the remaining equity.
A long-term Power Purchase Agreement with EWEC, Abu Dhabi’s sole buyer of power and water, will ensure payment based on net electricity supplied. Proposals are due by Q2 2025.
