Dubai is turning up the heat on clean energy with a bold, futuristic leap into solar power! The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has just announced the seventh phase of its massive solar-plus-storage project, a game-changing initiative scheduled to launch between 2027 and 2029. This isn’t just another solar farm — it’s a power-packed statement of intent. By the time the project reaches its stride, DEWA expects it to generate a whopping 4.5 terawatt-hours of clean energy every year by 2030. That’s enough electricity to light up hundreds of thousands of homes, and more importantly, it will push Dubai even closer to becoming one of the world’s cleanest and greenest cities.
This ambitious phase is part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the world’s largest single-site solar park. With a mix of photovoltaic and concentrated solar power technologies, plus large-scale battery storage, the project is designed to ensure around-the-clock energy supply, even when the sun goes down. It’s not just about quantity, though — it’s about quality and consistency, and Dubai is making sure every ray of sunshine counts.
The goal? Slashing carbon emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and proving that a city known for its skyscrapers and luxury can also lead the charge on environmental responsibility. This clean energy milestone is part of Dubai’s broader strategy to generate 25% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030 and hit net-zero emissions by 2050. DEWA’s solar strategy isn’t just a technical feat — it’s a symbol of the region’s evolution toward sustainable living.
In a world racing against climate change, Dubai’s solar spree isn’t just impressive — it’s electrifying. With each new phase, the desert transforms from a scorching expanse into a solar-powered powerhouse. The seventh phase will not just power up homes and industries; it’ll power up the future. Dubai is proving that the future of energy is not just bright — it’s blindingly solar.
