DEWA appoints Deloitte-led team for Solar Park’s 7th phase with PV, storage

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Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) has taken a big step toward making Dubai a leader in clean energy. As part of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050, DEWA has appointed a global team led by Deloitte to work on the seventh phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This project will help Dubai reach its goal of producing 100% clean energy by 2050.

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The seventh phase of the solar park is set to be a groundbreaking project. It will include 1,600 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy along with a massive 1,000MW battery storage system. This will be one of the largest solar-plus-storage projects in the world, built under the independent power producer (IPP) model. The project will be completed in different stages between 2027 and 2029. With this new addition, DEWA will exceed its original target of 5,000MW of solar power by 2030, reaching that goal much earlier than expected.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, highlighted the importance of this project. He stated, "The seventh phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Under his leadership, Dubai is moving quickly toward becoming a carbon-neutral city. By using advanced solar technology and powerful battery storage, this project will solve the problem of solar energy availability at night. It will also set an example for other countries looking to build sustainable energy systems. Our partnership with Deloitte shows our commitment to bringing world-class expertise to this major renewable energy project."

Al Tayer further explained that this project supports the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to strengthen Dubai’s position as a top global economy. He added that the seventh phase of the solar park will bring significant foreign investments, create skilled jobs, and promote technological advancements in the Gulf region’s renewable energy sector.

The Deloitte-led consortium will play a key role in guiding this massive project. Their responsibilities will include making sure that all plans follow UAE regulations, preparing the necessary tender documents, managing submissions, handling commercial discussions, structuring finances, and finalizing power purchase agreements (PPAs). Deloitte will also lead efforts to attract international investors by organizing marketing campaigns, roadshows, workshops, and training sessions on the IPP model. These efforts will help build strong global partnerships and speed up Dubai’s transition to clean energy.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is already the world’s largest single-site solar park under the IPP model. It is a crucial part of Dubai’s goal to rely completely on clean energy sources by 2050. With the addition of a 1,000MW battery energy storage system in the seventh phase, Dubai will be able to store excess solar energy and use it when needed, ensuring a stable supply of clean power. Once the project is completed, the total capacity of the solar park will go beyond the initial target of 5,000MW, further cementing the UAE’s status as a leader in renewable energy innovation.