Egypt is accelerating its green energy transition through an expanding partnership with Norway, solidified in a recent meeting between Dr. Mahmoud Assmat, Egypt’s Minister of Public Business Sector, and Norwegian Ambassador H.E. Hilda Clemetsdal. The discussion, which included a delegation from leading Norwegian renewables firm Scatec, centered on advancing key joint ventures designed to decarbonize Egyptian industry.
The flagship initiative is a 1-gigawatt solar power station set to provide low-carbon energy for the Nag Hammadi Aluminum Complex. This landmark project, a joint venture between Scatec ASA and Misr Aluminum Company (Egyptalum), will be constructed in the Qena Governorate to directly power the company’s aluminum smelter. The plant’s 1,000 MW capacity will enable the production of high-grade, low-carbon aluminum, enhancing Egyptalum’s competitiveness in global markets, particularly in Europe, by meeting stringent environmental standards.
The project is on a fast track, with an ambitious timeline that schedules the completion of the first 500-megawatt phase by the end of next year and the final 500 megawatts by June 2026. The implementation will involve state-of-the-art photovoltaic modules equipped with advanced tracking systems to maximize energy generation.
This collaboration is a cornerstone of a broader, long-term strategic alliance in clean energy. Scatec’s engagement in Egypt extends beyond this single project, with recent discussions involving at least five new proposals covering wind power, battery storage, and green hydrogen. This builds on foundational agreements, such as a 2022 pact between the Egyptian government, Scatec, and Norfund to develop green energy and infrastructure, demonstrating a sustained and deepening bilateral commitment.
Dr. Assmat highlighted the project’s importance, noting that Egyptalum has recently achieved record-breaking production levels. “We look forward to further collaboration to increase production capacity, improve company performance in response to growing market demand, and maximize return on investment,” he stated.
Ambassador Clemetsdal affirmed Norway’s dedication to the partnership, expressing pride in the economic ties and commending the project’s role in supporting Egypt’s green transition. She also noted the strong interest from other Norwegian companies to invest and expand their footprint in the dynamic Egyptian market.
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