Abu Dhabi Energy Services (ADES), a subsidiary of TAQA (Abu Dhabi National Energy Company), has announced what it is calling the “largest” solar energy initiative in the UAE’s education sector.
The 9000-kilowatt peak (kWp) solar photovoltaic (PV) project is being carried out for the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) in Al Ain, WAM reported.
This is the university’s first large-scale renewable energy endeavour and will cover 190,000 square metres.
The project will see over 14,000 solar ground-mounted modules with tracking systems installed on the UAEU campus, set to be completed within 13 months of the agreement’s start.
According to WAM, the panels are expected to provide 25 per cent of the university’s electricity demand, with the initiative projected to reduce CO2 emissions by 8,187 tons annually.
Speaking on the solar energy initiative, Prof. Ahmed Ali Al Raeesi, Acting Vice Chancellor of the UAEU, commented: “This project presents a critical milestone towards achieving the UAEU’s vision for achieving sustainability and innovation in renewable energy. We are proud to create partnerships with ADES to implement this pioneering project, which will significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions and improving efficient energy usage on campus.”
Khalid Mohamed Al Qubaisi, CEO of ADES, said: “ADES is proud to deliver a comprehensive turnkey solution for this landmark initiative, covering financing, procurement, and construction, in line with the highest industry standards.”