Jordan has launched the second phase of a nationwide project to install solar systems on municipal buildings across the country. The initiative targets over 100 municipalities and 188 buildings. The project, costing JD3.4 million (~$4.8 million), will deploy more than 200 solar systems with a combined capacity of 3.4 MW. Officials estimate annual savings of 1,400 MWh and about $550,000, along with a reduction in carbon emissions of nearly 3,838 tons.

Egypt’s ministries of electricity and finance signed an agreement with Tahya Misr Holding Company to finance large-scale renewable energy projects. The protocol covers 4,750 MW of wind power projects in the Gulf of Suez, Ras Shukeir, Galala, and Zafarana. It also includes 4,000 MWh of battery storage systems across key locations. The initiative aligns with the country’s goals to raise the share of renewable energy to 45% by 2028. The project’s aim is to improve grid stability, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and support the adoption of cleaner energy.

Israel granted final approval for EDF Renewables to develop a 265 MW solar project near Dimona. Backed by the country’s energy and finance ministries and the Electricity Authority, the project will span approximately 3,000 dunams (~3 km²) and is expected to deliver among the lowest electricity tariffs in the country, at under NIS0.065 (~$0.018)/kWh. The project will be executed under a public-private partnership model, with EDF handling design, financing, construction, and operations for 25 years before transferring ownership to the state.

Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy held discussions with China-based SANY Group for advancing plans for a wind turbine manufacturing plant in the country. The project will be part of Egypt’s goals to boost local renewable energy manufacturing. Discussions reviewed progress since earlier talks in January and explored integrating SANY’s technology with the planned 2 GW wind projects in Egypt. The meeting also covered frameworks to prioritize locally manufactured equipment, reduce dependence on imports, and implement tariff agreements denominated in Egyptian pounds.