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Government Initiatives

Read about all the government initiatives in MENA region

Saudi Arabia

  •  December 04, 2024

The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) signed Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for three solar IPPs under ..Read More

The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC) signed Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for three solar IPPs under the National Renewable Energy Program (NREP). These include the Al-Masaa (1,000 MW) and Al Henakiyah 2 (400 MW) projects with SPIC Huanghe Hydropower and EDF Renouvelables, and the Rabigh 2 (300 MW) project with Al Jomaih Energy and TotalEnergies. The projects aim to support Saudi Arabia's goal of sourcing 50% of its electricity from renewables by 2030.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 04, 2024

Veolia has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC) during a st ..Read More

Veolia has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC) during a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron. The partnership aims to enhance waste treatment capacities in Saudi Arabia, focusing on organic, industrial, and hazardous waste. By 2027, the collaboration seeks to create a national and regional leader in waste management, supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 program. Veolia plans to boost its turnover in the Middle East by 50% by 2030, leveraging its expertise in water, energy, and waste sectors.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 04, 2024

SUEZ and the Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC) have announced a new Framework Strategic Partnership to ..Read More

SUEZ and the Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC) have announced a new Framework Strategic Partnership to accelerate waste management and circular economy initiatives in Saudi Arabia. The partnership will focus on developing waste-to-energy infrastructures and providing advanced solutions for municipal, medical, and hazardous waste. Additionally, it includes decarbonization efforts such as biochar production, supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals for a sustainable, low-carbon economy.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 04, 2024

Microsoft has completed construction on all three Azure availability zones in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, ..Read More

Microsoft has completed construction on all three Azure availability zones in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, with availability expected in 2026. This new datacenter region will support government and private sector organizations in the Kingdom, providing enterprise-grade cloud services to drive innovation, AI adoption, and economic growth in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. The initiative also includes training programs to develop AI skills among Saudi nationals.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 04, 2024

Aramco has partnered with Linde and SLB to develop a Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) hub in Jubail, Saudi Ara ..Read More

Aramco has partnered with Linde and SLB to develop a Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) hub in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, with Aramco holding a 60% equity stake. Phase one, set for completion by 2027, aims to capture and store up to 9 million metric tons of CO2 annually, supporting Aramco's net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions goal by 2050 and the Kingdom's 2060 net-zero target. The project highlights global collaboration in advancing decarbonization and lower-carbon energy solutions.
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UAE

  •  December 04, 2024

ADNOC Gas has awarded Worley Engineering the Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) contract for the Bab Gas ..Read More

ADNOC Gas has awarded Worley Engineering the Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) contract for the Bab Gas Cap (BGC) project in Abu Dhabi. The project aims to increase ADNOC Gas’ processing capacity by 20%, adding over 1.8 billion standard cubic feet per day, and includes facilities for gas processing, CO₂ capture, and sulphur recovery. Worley will execute the services from its Abu Dhabi office, leveraging global expertise.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 03, 2024

NEOM has partnered with CarbonCure Technologies, Abdullah Abdin, and Gulf Cryo to integrate carbon capture and ..Read More

NEOM has partnered with CarbonCure Technologies, Abdullah Abdin, and Gulf Cryo to integrate carbon capture and utilization technologies in the construction of sustainable concrete for NEOM's development. The collaboration will use CO2 captured by Gulf Cryo and injected into concrete by CarbonCure, ensuring permanent carbon mineralization and reducing the carbon footprint of cement production. This project, supported by the Saudi Ministry of Energy, aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals of sustainable construction and decarbonization, setting a new benchmark for green building in the region.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 03, 2024

The consortium of TotalEnergies and Aljomaih Energy and Water Company (AEW) signed a 25-year PPA with SPPC for ..Read More

The consortium of TotalEnergies and Aljomaih Energy and Water Company (AEW) signed a 25-year PPA with SPPC for the 300 MW Rabigh 2 solar project, part of Saudi Arabia's National Renewable Energy Program (NREP). Scheduled for grid connection in 2026, the project supports Vision 2030 by aiming for a 50% renewable energy mix and reducing reliance on liquid fuels. This marks another milestone for TotalEnergies in Saudi Arabia's energy transition efforts.
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