Projects, Renewables, Solar

JA Solar powers Africa’s largest solar-storage project

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JA Solar has signed a landmark agreement to supply 1.25 gigawatt of high-efficiency n-type photovoltaic (PV) modules for a major renewable energy project in Egypt.

The deal, made with China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC), was finalised during the 2025 World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.

The Abydos Phase II 1 gigawatt +600 megawatt-hour PV-storage project, developed by AMEA Power and constructed by CEEC, is poised to become Africa’s largest integrated solar and storage facility.

Spanning 20 square kilometres, the project is expected to generate 3000 gigawatts-hour annually, powering over 500,000 households and offsetting more than one million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year.

Key stakeholders at the signing ceremony included Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of AMEA Power; Shupeng Su, President of CEEC Egypt International; and Tony Zhu, President of the Photovoltaic and Energy Storage BG at JA Solar.

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly highlighted the project’s significance in advancing the country’s Clean Energy Action Plan and Vision 2030 goals.

The agreement builds on the successful completion of the 500 megawatts Abydos Solar PV Plant in Phase I, where JA Solar supplied all PV modules.

The project underscores the effective collaboration between AMEA Power, CEEC, and JA Solar, setting new benchmarks in Africa’s renewable energy sector.

Upon completion, the Abydos Phase II project will feature the continent’s largest battery storage system, alongside the extensive solar installation.

This initiative not only strengthens Egypt’s energy security but also serves as a model for advancing renewable energy solutions across Africa.

JA Solar’s involvement highlights its growing influence in the global PV market and reinforces its commitment to driving sustainable energy solutions in emerging markets.

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