Egypt's Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat held talks with UAE-based AMEA Power to advance cooperation on renewable energy and fast-track delivery of major solar and battery-storage projects, the ministry said in a statement on Thursday. Esmat met Hussain AlNowais, chairman of AMEA Power, at the ministry's headquarters in the New Capital to review implementation timelines for the company's projects, including the Abydos II solar plant in Aswan, a 1,000-MW facility paired with 600 MWh of battery storage, scheduled to be connected to the national grid ahead of next summer. The meeting focused on expanding collaboration in utility-scale battery storage—an increasingly critical component for grid stability as Egypt accelerates its shift towards renewables and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Esmat said battery-based storage is "one of the most important tools for stabilising the grid and securing supply" as renewable generation rises. Both sides discussed new investment opportunities as Egypt works toward lifting clean energy to 42 per cent of the power mix by 2030 and 65 per cent by 2040, while cutting emissions and improving fuel efficiency across generation units. Esmat reaffirmed the government's strategy of positioning the private sector as a "key partner" in developing renewable-energy projects. The minister praised AMEA Power's adherence to construction timelines, saying the company's performance helps open the door to expanded cooperation. The review comes as Egypt seeks to add new capacity before the summer peak to meet growing demand and ensure uninterrupted electricity supply. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English
