The Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy in Kuwait has announced a tender for the development of a 400 kV overhead transmission line (OHTL) to connect the Al Shaqaya Solar Power Generation Station to the main substation in Al Wafra. The tender was issued on October 20, 2024, and the deadline for bid submissions is January 12, 2025.
The project is part of Kuwait’s broader renewable energy plans and aims to expand the country’s solar energy capacity. The contract for the OHTL is expected to be awarded by April 2025, with completion scheduled by the fourth quarter of 2026. The Al Shaqaya Solar Power Project is being developed in four phases and will have a total capacity of 4,500 megawatts (MW) when completed. It is one of the largest renewable energy projects in the country.
The project is located within the Al Shaqaya Renewable Energy Complex, which includes a combination of solar, wind, and other renewable energy facilities. Once operational, the solar power station will generate clean electricity for domestic and industrial use. The integration of the 400 kV transmission line will allow the energy generated at Al Shaqaya to be transferred to the Al Wafra substation for distribution.
This project is one of several renewable energy initiatives underway in Kuwait. The country is making efforts to meet its renewable energy targets, which include generating 15% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. Earlier this year, Kuwait also announced plans to expand its wind energy capacity and enhance energy storage technologies.
The Al Shaqaya project highlights Kuwait’s strategy to diversify its energy mix. By developing large-scale solar power plants and improving infrastructure for energy distribution, the country aims to address growing energy demands while reducing carbon emissions.
