Installation of Photovoltaic Modules Commences for Africa's Largest Photovoltaic-Storage Project Under Construction

On October 19 local time, the Abidos Phase II 1GW+600MWh photovoltaic-storage project in Egypt—contracted by China Energy Engineering Group International in consortium with Zhejiang Huodian and Southwest Institute—officially launched the comprehensive installation of photovoltaic modules. This marks accelerated progress toward the project's grid-connected power generation target.

As Africa's largest photovoltaic-storage project currently under construction, the initiative plans to install over 2 million high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon PV modules manufactured in China. The project team proactively planned and collaborated closely with the owner to expedite module shipments while conducting rigorous technical briefings on installation standards and safety protocols, laying a solid foundation for subsequent modular and high-efficiency construction. Currently, the project team is advancing multiple concurrent operations including site leveling for the PV area, pile foundation construction, and mounting structure installation. They are striving to achieve full-capacity grid connection, aiming to establish this project as a green energy cooperation benchmark under the Belt and Road Initiative and a model for regional energy transition.

Located in Egypt's southern desert, the project spans over 20 square kilometers and includes a 1GW PV plant, 600MWh energy storage, a 500kV substation, and related ancillary works. Upon grid connection, it will meet the electricity needs of over 500,000 households while reducing annual carbon dioxide emissions by 1.56 million tons, providing crucial support for Egypt's green and low-carbon energy transition and socioeconomic development.