3 FAQs about Riyadh Energy Storage Unit 15MWh

Is Saudi Arabia a leader in battery energy storage?

Riyadh, February 14, 2025, SPA -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has achieved a leading position among the top ten global markets in the field of battery energy storage, coinciding with the launch of the Bisha Project, which has a capacity of 2000 MWh and is one of the largest energy storage projects in the Middle East and Africa.

Is Saudi Arabia launching a large-scale battery storage project?

This project is one of several large-scale battery storage initiatives underway in Saudi Arabia.

How did EPC work in Riyadh?

The EPC works on the project were carried out by a consortium between State Grid Corporation of China and Riyadh-based developer Alfanar Projects. The facility's deployment in the harsh desert environment posed substantial challenges, including extreme temperatures and frequent sandstorms.

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