In an effort to increase solar power in industrial business, ENGIE, a leader in low-carbon energy and services, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Al Jouf Cement Company (AJCC) to develop a 22 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant at AJCC’s cement facility located in the Northern Borders Province of Saudi Arabia.
The signing ceremony took place at the Turaif cement plant, and was attended by HH Prince Faisal Bin Sultan Al Saud, Prince of the Northern Border. This strategic project is a key element of advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 renewable energy goals, supporting emission reductions and promoting sustainable energy adoption in the industrial sector.
ENGIE has expertise in solar PV solutions, and the plant will operate as a fully integrated system tailored to meet Al Jouf Cement’s unique energy needs. The plant will span over 420,000 square meters, and the solar PV installation will provide efficient on-site power generation designed to decarbonise the company’s operations, lowering its carbon footprint over the project’s 25-year lifespan. This project supports Al Jouf Cement’s commitment to sustainability and contributes to Saudi Arabia’s broader environmental objectives.
“At Al Jouf Cement, we are proud to lead by example in adopting sustainable practices within the Kingdom’s industrial sector,” said Abdulkarim M Al Nuhayer, CEO of Al Jouf Cement. “Our partnership with ENGIE represents a significant step toward achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 by reducing carbon emissions and embracing renewable energy.”
“By integrating this 22 MWp solar plant into our operations, we are not only enhancing our energy resilience, but also reaffirming our commitment to environmental stewardship for a better future for Saudi Arabia.”
ENGiE’s approach to solar PV includes developing, designing, building, owning and operating the solar system, with installations on rooftops or nearby land to maximise efficiency and sustainability. Through the PPA, Al Jouf Cement will purchase the entire electricity output at a fixed rate, ensuring predictable energy costs and independence from conventional sources.
“In alignment with the Kingdom’s vision for the future, we are honoured to partner with Al Jouf Cement in decarbonising their operations”, said Pierre Cheyron, Managing Director of Energy Solutions, ENGIE. “This project underscores our commitment to fostering sustainable and resilient solutions in the GCC.”
