A consortium led by EDF Renewables Middle East and China’s SPIC Huanghe Hydropower Development Co. Ltd has signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) for two major solar projects in Saudi Arabia, totaling 1,400 megawatts (MW).
The agreements cover the 1,000 MW Al Masaa Solar Independent Power Project (IPP) in Hail province and the 400 MW Al Henakiyah 2 Solar IPP in Madinah province.
The projects are part of Saudi Arabia’s National Renewable Energy Program (NREP), which aims to achieve an optimal energy mix of 50% gas and 50% renewables by 2030 in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
“This milestone underscores EDF’s commitment to delivering clean, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions,” said Béatrice Buffon, EDF Group Vice-President and Chairwoman of EDF Renewables.
“Combining technical expertise with environmental and social standards, these projects will play a vital role in advancing Saudi Arabia’s energy transition goals.”
Once operational, the solar plants will power approximately 240,000 homes annually, displacing over 2.7 million tons of CO₂ emissions each year, according to SPPC.
The projects are expected to create local employment opportunities, further supporting the Kingdom’s economic diversification efforts.
The projects are structured under a build-own-operate (BOO) model, with the consortium responsible for developing, constructing, and operating the plants.
EDF Renewables and SPIC have emphasized their commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s ambitious renewable energy targets while contributing to local economic growth and sustainability initiatives.
The two solar IPPs are part of broader efforts by SPPC to expand renewable capacity and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with the Kingdom’s pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060.
