DNV has been appointed as the Owner’s Engineer for the 1GW Abydos II Solar Photovoltaic (PV) power plant with integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)—the largest of its kind in Egypt. The firm will provide advisory and oversight services from feasibility through commissioning to ensure technical robustness, regulatory compliance, and project efficiency.
DNV’s Role in Project Delivery
DNV will support the Abydos Solar PV Power Plant project developer AMEA Power by focusing on three core areas:
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Design Resilience: Adapting plant layout and technology to withstand harsh desert conditions such as extreme heat and dust accumulation.
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Grid Compliance: Reviewing grid simulations to ensure stable integration with Egypt’s national electricity network.
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Battery Safety: Applying international BESS safety standards to minimize fire and thermal risks.
“Projects of this scale demand both technical rigor and regional insight,” said Santiago Blanco, Executive VP at DNV. “Our role is to safeguard performance and reliability from day one, helping AMEA Power deliver an asset that is robust, future-ready, and aligned with Egypt’s long-term energy goals.”
Socioeconomic and Environmental Impact
The Abydos Solar PV Power Plant is expected to create 4,000 jobs during construction and contribute significantly to Egypt’s decarbonization goals under Vision 2035. Situated on 20km² of desert land in Aswan Governorate, it avoids disruption to local communities or agriculture and features sustainable design and a 25-year PPA with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC).
Factsheet: Abydos II Solar PV Project
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Capacity: 1GW Solar PV + 600MWh BESS
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Location: Aswan Governorate, Egypt
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Owner: AMEA Power Ltd via AFRE
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Cost: Approx. US$750 million
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Financing: IFC – US$120M loan + US$480M mobilized
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Features:
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144 inverter stations
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1.6km transmission line
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500kV grid substation
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EMS and integrated control systems
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Offices, warehouse, roads, and security perimeter
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Construction: Began Jan 2025; completion expected May 2026
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Environmental Clearance: ESIA Addendum in progress
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Offtaker: EETC
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