Wedoany.com Report-May 24, The Kuwait Authority for Public-Private Partnerships (KAPP) has launched a tender for the development of two solar power plants in Al-Shagaya, located in Kuwait’s Jahra region. The total installed capacity for the combined projects will be 500 megawatts (MW).

The selected developer, acting as an independent power producer (IPP), will enter into a 30-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy. This long-term agreement will form the basis for project implementation and energy supply.

The two solar facilities—Aldibdibah Power Project and the Al Shagaya Renewable Energy Plant—are currently in the pre-qualification stage. Interested developers have until July 24 to submit proposals for consideration.

These projects are part of the larger Shagaya Renewable Energy Park, a key component of Kuwait’s national strategy to diversify its energy sources and increase the share of renewables in its energy mix. The park includes a combination of renewable technologies such as photovoltaic (PV), concentrated solar power (CSP), wind energy, and battery storage systems.

As of the end of 2024, Kuwait had approximately 50 MW of installed PV capacity and an additional 50 MW from CSP, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The upcoming projects in Al-Shagaya are expected to significantly expand this capacity and contribute to the country's renewable energy goals.

The new solar installations are aligned with Kuwait’s long-term vision for sustainable energy development and infrastructure enhancement. The initiative aims to support energy diversification, reduce dependence on traditional power sources, and strengthen national power supply resilience.

The KAPP tender represents a strategic opportunity for both regional and international developers to participate in Kuwait’s growing renewable energy sector. The Shagaya Renewable Energy Park is expected to serve as a model for future public-private partnership initiatives in the region.