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The move is part of EDF’s broader commitment to advancing energy storage solutions and supporting the UAE’s clean energy transition.

The project, commissioned by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), covers the Maktoumi and Sukkari substations, including their associated infrastructure.

DEWA provides more than 400 ‘Green Chargers’ across Dubai, with over 730 charging points, as most charging stations can charge two vehicles simultaneously.

The projects are to be executed on a build, own, and operate (BOO) basis, supporting the Sultanate’s interconnected power grid.

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.