The Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) announced today the appointment of a global consortium led by Deloitte as a consultant for the seventh phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.
The seventh phase will integrate 1,600 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity with a pioneering 1,000 MW battery energy storage system, marking one of the world’s largest solar-plus-storage projects under the independent power producer (IPP) model.
“By combining cutting-edge solar PV with groundbreaking battery storage, this phase not only addresses solar energy intermittency but also establishes a replicable model for sustainable power systems globally,” stated Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.
DEWA to exceed 5,000 MW target by 2030
This announcement marks a major step towards achieving the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050, aiming for 100 percent clean energy production capacity by 2050. Phased commissioning of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is scheduled between 2027 and 2029, positioning DEWA to exceed its original 5,000 MW target by 2030 for the solar park well ahead of schedule.
“Our strategic road map for the seventh phase of the solar park aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) to consolidate the Emirate’s status as a top-tier sustainable economy. The project is expected to attract substantial foreign investment, create high-skilled jobs and drive technological advancement in the GCC’s renewable energy sector,” added Al Tayer.
The Deloitte-led consortium will provide end-to-end guidance to ensure the project’s strategic alignment with national priorities, including UAE regulatory compliance. It will also advise on IPP tender documents and design, tender submissions management, commercial negotiations, financial structuring, the finalization of power purchase agreements (PPAs) and the achievement of financial closure.
Deloitte to spearhead global investor outreach
Additionally, Deloitte will spearhead a global investor outreach through marketing, targeted road shows, workshops and training on the IPP concept, fostering international partnerships to accelerate Dubai’s energy transition.
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the world’s largest single-site solar park under the IPP model, is a cornerstone of Dubai’s ambition to source 100 percent of its energy from clean sources by 2050.
The seventh-phase integration of a 1,000 MW battery energy storage system will maximize renewable energy use and provide dispatchable clean power, ensuring Dubai’s energy resilience. Upon completion, the solar park’s total capacity will significantly surpass the original 5,000 MW target, solidifying the UAE’s position as a global hub for renewable energy innovation.
