China?s Suntech Power Holdings has announced the completion of construction work on Saudi Arabias largest solar power facility
Renewables
Oil price driving alternate energy in Middle East and North Africa
The renewable energy units of First Solar Inc (FSLR) and Abengoa SA (ABG) are targeting the Middle East and North Africa as utilities seek to cut reliance on burning oil and natural gas from power plants
DEWA, ESIA inaugurate solar system in UAE
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Emirates Solar Industry Association (ESIA) have completed the first solar power facility inside an existing power plant in Jebel Ali
TAQA and Chromasun begin pilot project for solar roof top air conditioning
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) and US-based solar panel manufacturer Chromasun have begun a pilot project for roof top solar air-conditioning in Abu Dhabi