Tag Archives: Scatec

European Union Strengthens Support for Tunisia’s Energy Transition with €35.8 Million for Solar Power and Grid Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The European Union has committed €35.8 million in grant financing through the Neighbourhood Investment Platform to support Tunisia’s energy transition, signing contribution agreements with the EBRD and EIB Global. The funding will help de-risk large-scale solar projects and … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Supports Large-Scale Solar and Storage Expansion in Egypt

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has approved $150 million in financing for Egypt’s Obelisk hybrid solar and battery storage project, coinciding with the early completion of its first phase in Qena Governorate. Developed by Scatec, the project combines large-scale … Read the full press release

EBRD’s €25 Million Loan for Construction of Two 60 MW Solar Power Plants in Tunisia

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD and Proparco are financing two 60 MW solar power plants in Tozeur and Sidi Bouzid, Tunisia, with a €25 million loan. Developed by Scatec and Aeolus (Toyota Tsusho Group), these projects will reduce annual CO2 emissions … Read the full press release

Trio of Energy Giants Kickstart Mendubim Solar Project in Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Hydro Rein, Equinor, and Scatec have commenced operations at the Mendubim solar project in Brazil’s Rio Grande do Norte state, marking a significant step forward in the country’s renewable energy landscape. Developed through a partnership between the three … Read the full press release

Equinor’s Mendubim Solar Plant Powers Up, Boosting Brazil’s Renewable Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Equinor celebrates the commencement of operations at the Mendubim solar plant in Brazil, adding 531 MW of solar power to its energy portfolio and marking a 30% increase in its equity power production in the country. The project, … Read the full press release

Aluminium Giant Hydro Collaborates with HILT CRC on Emission Reduction

(IN BRIEF) Hydro, a global aluminium producer, has partnered with the Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT CRC) to advance decarbonization efforts. Through this collaboration, Hydro aims to leverage research expertise and innovative technologies to reduce emissions in … Read the full press release