KAHRAMAA and QEWC, Qatar have signed an agreement to purchase electricity from peak generation units at the Ras Abu Fontas Plant. The project aims to support Qatar’s power grid while increasing the use of renewable energy. It is part of the country’s efforts to balance electricity demand with a more diverse energy mix.
The project will have an installed capacity of 511 megawatts and is expected to cost approximately 1.6 billion Qatari Riyals. It is planned to begin operations in January 2027. Officials from both KAHRAMAA and QEWC stated that this agreement is part of ongoing efforts to modernize Qatar’s power infrastructure and introduce cleaner energy sources.
Alongside this project, Qatar has been increasing investments in renewable energy. The 800-megawatt Al Kharsaah Solar Power Plant is the largest in the country and is already connected to the national grid.
In addition to Al Kharsaah, smaller solar initiatives are being developed. A 35-megawatt solar plant at the Qatar Foundation aims to provide clean energy to Education City. The plant is designed to serve as a research and development hub for solar technology in the region. Another 5-megawatt floating solar pilot project at a water reservoir in Duhail is under testing. This project explores the potential of solar panels on water surfaces to optimize land use and improve efficiency.
KAHRAMAA has also launched a net metering system that allows customers to install solar panels and feed excess electricity into the national grid. This initiative is expected to encourage the use of rooftop solar systems in residential and commercial buildings.
Qatar’s renewable energy expansion aligns with the country’s plan to diversify its energy sources. The country continues to invest in solar energy and research new technologies to improve energy efficiency.
