MESIA Insights March 2018

ANNUAL SOLAR OUTLOOK REPORT 2018 OFFICIAL LAUNCH
WFES 2018: Three trends driving PV in MENA
Masdar installs over 19,000 solar home systems in Morocco
ALEC Energy signs solar rooftop contract for Dubai Hills Mall
CREDIT: GHADIR SHAAR
MARCH 2018


PICTURE OF THE MONTH
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WFES 2018: Three Trends Driving PV in MENA
29 January
There is absolutely no doubt that the Middle East and wider MENA region are emerging as solar markets of considerable consequence. And while there are numerous drivers, including nations implementing
measures to meet their Paris climate commitments, they are primarily economic.
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MESIA IN THE NEWS
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MIDDLE EAST SOLAR NEWS
UAE: DEWA Signs MoU with Expo 2020 Dubai and Siemens to Kick off Region's First Solar-Driven Hydrogen Electrolysis Facility
13 February
The facility aims at testing and showcasing an integrated MW-scale plant to produce hydrogen using renewable energy from solar photovoltaic at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, store the gas, and then deploy for either re-
electri cation, transportation or other industrial uses.
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MOROCCO: Masdar Installs Over 19,000 Solar Home Systems
14 February
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Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, today announced at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, ADSW, that it has successfully completed installing a landmark off-grid solar power project that extends energy access to 19,438 homes in more than 1,000 rural villages in Morocco.
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LEBANON: To Launch 360 MW Solar Tender
5 February
The new tender will be issued as soon as the ongoing tender for 180 MW of solar projects has concluded. The new round will select another 24 large-scale solar projects, and will be open to bidders that failed to qualify for Round 1.
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OMAN: PDO and GlassPoint Inaugurate Miraah
13 February
Once complete, the one gigawatt installation will consist of 36 blocks built in a sequence, which allows PDO to bene t from solar steam now and gradually ramp-up production over time to meet the Amal
oil eld’s steam demand. The project is on track to
deliver an additional eight blocks in early
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MIDDLE EAST SOLAR NEWS
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MIDDLE EAST SOLAR NEWS
BAHRAIN: The Country Doubles its 2035 Renewable Energy Target
11 February
Bahrain currently meets its entire electricity needs using natural gas (about 4,000MW), and the government has approved plans to build a 100MW solar power station as a public private partnership project.
The solar plant project will provide for 2.5 percent of the country’s electricity needs and the national goal is to increasing energy ef ciency by 6 percent by 2025.
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UAE: Dubai’s Ruler Launches Marmoom Reserve Powered by Solar
4 February
The reserve is to be powered by a 5,000MW solar power complex.
The project will feature more than 20 environmental, cultural, and sports- related initiatives, all sponsored by nine local government agencies.
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JORDAN: To Launch 30 MW Storage Project
21 January
As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) grows its solar capabilities, ABB solar inverters are helping villa owners in Hatta reduce energy bills by up to 40%. Earlier this month, UAE announced ambitious plans to invest $163bn to generate almost half the country’s power needs from renewable sources by 2050, with the aim to increase clean-energy contributions to 50% by 2050.
As part of this move to harness the power of the sun, ABB is supplying 600 UNO-DM- PLUS grid-connected single phase solar inverters to power new-build villas in Hatta, Dubai.
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Annual Solar Outlook Report 2018 – Of cial Launch
March 6th - 12pm
Dubai World Trade Center Z1.D75, Zabeel Hall 1.
Middle East Solar Industry Association is thrilled to invite you to the of cial presentation of the Annual Solar Outlook Report 2018. Low prices of solar energy have led policy makers, regulators and industry leaders to take a number of steps to increase and accelerate the adoption of solar power throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Most notably, countries which were late to adopt
solar energy strategies and policies have now put forward ambitious targets.
If you would like an accurate overview of the 2017 highlights and 2018 expectations of the MENA solar market, please join us for the of cial launch of the report.
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UPCOMING MESIA EVENTS


UPCOMING MESIA EVENTS
Regional Premiere: Planet Power
Date: May 2nd – 7:00pm
Venue: IMAX, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
“PLANET POWER” tells the story of electricity, from the rst spark created by man’s hand to the largest power plants, the age of miracles to that of industry, from Benjamin Franklin’s kite to Solar Impulse, the rst solar-powered plane capable of perpetual ight.
Thus, it is also a story of pioneers, scientists and inventors, one that began 200 years ago, driven by innovation.
Book your seat
Follow-up Event – Brie ng & Networking Forum Saudi Arabia
Date: May 8, 2018 | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Venue: Sheraton Riyadh Hotel & Towers (Olaya), KSA
Following the great success story of the Renewable Energy Trade Mission to KSA in October 2017, Middle East Solar Industry Association and Joint Forces for Solar are proud to return to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The conference aims to bring together local decision-makers including government authorities 08
and key developers with international companies from the solar industry to encourage the exchange of ideas and expertise and pave the way for business partnerships.
More details coming soon


MENA Clean Energy Summit
Date: 5 March 2018
Location: Shangri La Hotel, Dubai
Discount for MESIA members:: 50% discount for all MESIA members (log in to see discount code)
UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS
In its 6th successful year, the Annual MENA Clean Energy Summit brings together stakeholders from across the region and global stage providing an opportunity to network, discuss and collaborate on key industry ideas and innovations. This high pro le, prominent industry Summit provides the platform for key players to promote dialogue to drive the necessary policy and regulatory frameworks to advance clean energy in MENA and to facilitate renewable energy projects in the region.
Register here
Middle East Electricity
Date: 6 - 8 March 2018
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE Discount for MESIA members:: 20% Discount for MESIA Members (log in to see discount code)
Middle East Electricity has been running in the region for over 42 years and the annual trade exhibition brings together key product sectors offering its exhibitors access to thousands of potential customers from across the Middle East, Africa and the rest of the world.
This year, the Solar Hall of Middle East Electricity (Formerly known as Solar Middle East Exhibition) will be in collaboration with Intersolar Global & EES, alongside its brand new sister sector Energy Storage & Management Solutions. Together these areas offer 3 entire halls of renewables, energy management and innovative storage solutions from brands across the world.
Global Smart Energy Summit
Date: 6 - 8 March 2018
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE Discount for MESIA members:: 20% Discount for MESIA Members (log in to see discount code)
This year’s Global Smart Energy Summit will welcome over 700 Summit attendees interested in hearing the latest regional and international trends with case studies covering:
- Reforms, Policy & Incentives
- Energy Technologies Driving Innovation
- Smart Cities & Urban Infrastructure
- Data & Digital Transformation
- Developments In Smart Grids
- Utility Scale Solar & Other Renewable Energies - MENA Power Project Opportunities
- The Future Of Energy Storage
Click here for more information about the Global Smart Energy Summit.
Regsiter here
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UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS
OABC Renewable Energy Series: Local Content Providers in Solar PV IPP Supply Chains
Date: 13 March, 8:30 - 14:30
Locarion: Crown Plaza OCEC, Oman, Muscat Discount: 20% discount for MESIA members
The Oman American Business Center (OABC) would like to formally invite potential stakeholders to participate in an In-Country Value (ICV) Networking Event for developers, nanciers, contractors, manufacturers, distributors, project management rms, consultants, large enterprises, Local Community Providers (LCCs), and SMEs that could bene t from being a part of the supply-chain related to implementation of current and future solar PV IPP Projects in Oman.
The OABC, will host the matchmaking event at the new Crown Plaza OCEC, on March 13th, 2018, in collaboration with PAEW, OPWP and PDO as well as Solar and Oil & Gas Professional Groups (e.g. Dii, OPAL, MESIA and CEBC). The event will take place in the morning from 08:30 – 14:30, including the networking lunch.
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Saudi Renewable Energy Conference
Date: 28 - 29 March 2018
Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Discount for MESIA members:: 20% Discount for MESIA Members (log in to see discount code)
Saudi Arabia is transforming within the spirit and text of the renewable energy project. Saudi Arabia believes that it predominantly depends on the private sector as it is the chosen partner providing key services in terms of energy, education, healthcare and transportation to achieve the goals of the
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National Transformation program and Vision 2030. The majority of investments are predicted to be concentratedintheenergysector,ortherenewable energies sector in particular.
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The Maghreb and West Africa Energy Week 2018
Date: 5 - 8 Mar 2018
Venue: Palais des Congres, Marrakech
The Maghreb and West Africa Energy Week is a unique business event, featuring: a multi-streamed conference, exhibition, site visits to energy companies across Morocco, extensive networking and the opportunity to meet with leading gures in the energy industry from across the Maghreb region, West Africa and beyond. The conference will focus on innovative projects in power generation and renewable energy such as the TuNur project, TRANSCO CLSG, government initiatives, investment funding strategies and much more.
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AN EYE ON AFRICA
Date: 27 - 28 March 2018
Location: Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
The Power & Electricity World Africa conference delivers hundreds of global industry leaders who are shaping the way we generate energy and meet the growing demand. No where else in Africa can you nd this opportunity in just two days
This conference comprises of inspirational keynotes and pioneering experts already changing the industry. Come learn about the latest developments, innovations and investment opportunities.
The Power & Electricity World Africa agenda covers the critical topics in the energy sector, the new projects happening around the world and the latest and greatest innovations. Two days of relevant and ground breaking content, ve hard hitting tracks and hundreds of power and electricity delegates from over 40 African countires.
The Solar Show Africa 2018
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WHO’S WHO
TENNY CHERIAN
COO
Tata Projects Limited
What are you doing?
I am currently the Chief Operating Of cer (COO) of Quality Services Business Unit of Tata Projects Limited based in Hyderabad India, India.
Tata Projects Limited (TPL) is one of the fastest growing and highly admired infrastructure company in India. A agship EPC company of the $100 Billion Tata Group, which is one of the top 100 most valued brands in the world.
TPL Quality Services Business Unit (TPL-QS) is a leading agency providing Third Party Inspection (TPI), QA/QC, Expediting, HSE, Certi cation, Training & Auditing Services in India and Overseas since 1989 and is engaged in sectors such as Energy, Water, Power, Renewables, Transmission Line Projects, Metal & Minerals, Automotive & Cement.
TPL(QS) has been associated with 20+ GW of Power Projects and 5+ GW of Renewable Energy Projects. Our client list includes most of the major solar PV project developers, EPC companies and Financial Institutions.
How did you start your journey in the solar industry?
TPL-QS has been associated with Solar Sector for more than a decade providing Inspection, Expediting and Field Quality Services. We offer a platter of end to end services such as Feasibility Studies, Inspection and Expediting, Field Quality, Project Quality Management, O&M services to Consultants, Developers, Owners, Lenders, EPCs and OEMs. By introducing smart advanced tech enabled services such as IoT based remote monitoring, drone based Topographical Survey & Hot Spot Detection, advanced module cleaning solutions we are able to cater to the requirements of the industry in terms of enhancing plant performance.
What is your most memorable moment in Solar?
From a humble beginning of providing inspection services a decade ago, we are proud to have provided various services to over 5 GW of Solar Power Installations to various customers in the country and continue to provide these services to an ever increasing customer base and also contribute in
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14 February
ALEC Energy is pleased to announce the contract signing for the provision of a 6.5 MWp private solar power plant with Emaar Development for the
Dubai Hills Mall project which is currently under construction.
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ALEC Energy Signs Solar Sooftop Contract for Dubai Hills Mall
Congratulations to SirajPower
7 February
SirajPower has been of cially recognized as Gold Category among Solar Contractors of DEWA. The award was handed over by CEO DEWA at the Annual
Consultants and Contractors Award Ceremony 2018 held by DEWA at Hotel Armani.
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SHARE YOUR SUCCESS


NEW MEMBERS & PARTNERS
HTC
Corporate Member Oman
WATT STOR
Corporate Member UAE
POWER N SUN
Corporate Member UAE
HTC is a leading ICT and RE solutions company - consulting, designing, integrating, deploying and managing solutions in the Middle East region – based out of Muscat, Oman. They deliver reliable and cost- effective solution covering a wide range of verticals including Telecommunications, Oil & Gas, Finance, Government and Real Estate.
In renewable energy they are focused on on-grid and off-grid C&I (commercial and Industrial) PV plants in both EPC and developer scope. HTC is proud to have delivered Oman’s rst AER-compliant grid-connected PV plant.
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WATT STOR is bringing to the MEA market the best of Renewable and Solar Energy Systems. They are supplying complete solutions with all kind of PV, monitoring solutions, inverters and Energy Storage for off-grid or on-grid connection with battery systems and ow machines.
Power n Sun is an Engineering, Procurement & Solar Project Management company operating out of Dubai, India and South Africa. They are a one stop shop for all the solar components, having stocks at Jebel Ali, Dubai and Mumbai, India, and Germany.
PowernSun work towards Improving Time, Cost and Quality dimension of procurement process in Solar PV projects by assisting EPC’s and project developers in the process of solar component procurement. They are authorised master distributor for SMA, Jinko solar, Sharp, AUO for MENA region. We also deal with Sun Power high module ef ciency PV panels. In association with SMA middle east, they conduct regular certi cate technical workshops in GCC. They are paid, limited seat workshops conducted by certi ed SMA trainers. For further details please visit SMA technical workshop section in our website www. powernsun.com
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DESERT TECHNOLOGIES
Partner Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Desert Technologies was born in December 2012 with the acquisition of the production lines, intellectual property and R&D labs of EPV Solar, a United States based solar photovoltaic EPC Contractor, Developer and Manufacturer..
They’re an investment Manager, developer and an Engineering, Procurement and Construction Contractor for large-scale renewable energy projects. Their approach is to combine public bene t and private investment, with the vision of achieving a renewable energy industry that is both a social good and nancially compelling
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Massader is the PIF investment in Natural resources and infrastructure sectors. They are currently developing a large portfolio of strategic investments that will contribute to the economic independence and serve as basic building blocks for the State of Palestine.
Their investment strategy is focused on promoting public, private partnership that unlock investment opportunities in various key economic key sectors
MASSADER
Corporate Member Palestine
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NEW MEMBERS & PARTNERS


WHAT MESIA MEMBERS WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH YOU
Apricum Newsletter March 2018
Fronius Newsletter
“In this issue, we take a look at the rapidly growing renewable energy region of Southeast Asia. This is a region where an urgent need to meet growing power demand converges with the falling costs of renewable energy generation. Southeast Asia’s power sector is set to experience a change of seismic proportions.”
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President
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