China Energy Commissions Region’s Largest Solar Plant in Saudi Arabia
With a capacity of 2.6 GW, the Shuaibah Solar Power Plant is set to become the Middle East’s largest renewable energy facility.
China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) has begun commissioning the Shuaibah Solar Power Plant near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which is planned to become the Middle East’s largest solar energy facility. Once fully operational, the plant will boast a capacity of 2.6 gigawatts and is expected to generate over 282 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity during its 35-year lifespan—offsetting approximately 20 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
The Shuaibah project is a joint initiative between CEEC, Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power, and the Water and Electricity Holding Company (Badeel), and is a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
The facility will feature advanced photovoltaic technologies and integrated automation systems, establishing new technical benchmarks for large-scale renewable energy infrastructure in the region.
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