Hassan Allam Utilities Energy and Infinity Power have commenced full-scale construction of the Nefer Minya Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Project in Egypt, advancing one of the country’s largest renewable energy developments.

The companies have signed a Notice to Proceed (NTP) for the project in West Minya, which combines 1.2 gigawatts-peak (GWp) of solar photovoltaic capacity with a 600 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system.

The milestone follows early construction work launched in June and a power purchase agreement signed in November 2025. The project is targeting commercial operations in September 2027, positioning it to contribute to Egypt’s expanding renewable energy capacity.

Solar project combines generation with battery storage

The Nefer Minya project is designed to generate electricity from solar power during daylight hours, store surplus energy, and dispatch it during periods of peak evening demand.

The integrated battery storage system is also expected to improve grid stability and increase the flexibility of Egypt’s electricity network, helping the country accommodate more renewable energy while strengthening energy security.

Once operational, the facility is expected to generate enough clean electricity to power approximately 1.42 million homes annually and prevent about 1.59 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year.

Amr Allam, chief executive of Hassan Allam Holding, said the project represents a significant step in developing Egypt’s renewable energy infrastructure by combining large-scale solar generation with storage technology. He said the investment reflects the group’s commitment to strengthening energy security, improving grid resilience and supporting Egypt’s energy transition.

Hassan Allam Construction, Sterling & Wilson lead delivery

The project will be delivered by a joint venture between Hassan Allam Construction and Sterling & Wilson, combining local and international expertise in utility-scale renewable energy development.

Hassan Allam Utilities Energy, the renewable energy investment vehicle established by Hassan Allam Utilities, is co-developing the project with Infinity Power, which focuses on renewable energy investments across Africa.

Mohamed Ismail Mansour, co-founder and chairman of Infinity Power, said the Notice to Proceed moves the project from initial development into full-scale construction, bringing it closer to delivering large-scale renewable electricity while supporting grid stability.

Eng. Nayer Fouad, co-founder and chief executive of Infinity Power, described the milestone as a defining step in delivering a major renewable energy project for Egypt.

Omar Hosny, chief development officer of energy and water at Hassan Allam Utilities, said integrating solar generation with battery storage would improve grid flexibility and maximize the value of clean electricity.

Project advances Infinity Power’s 10 GW target

The Nefer Minya development supports Infinity Power’s ambition to achieve 10 GW of operational renewable energy capacity by 2032.

The company, a joint venture between Infinity and Abu Dhabi-based Masdar, is Africa’s largest pure-play renewable energy provider. It has approximately 1.3 GW of operational capacity across Egypt, South Africa and Senegal, alongside 3.8 GW of projects in advanced development.

Its operational portfolio helps avoid more than 3 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually, according to the company.

Hassan Allam Utilities, the sustainable infrastructure investment and development arm of Hassan Allam Holding, operates across renewable energy, water, transport and logistics, and social infrastructure.

Established in 2017, the business is contributing to more than $3.5 billion in renewable energy investments and has a diversified portfolio of 3.3 GW of projects under development.

With full-scale construction now under way, Nefer Minya is expected to strengthen Egypt’s renewable energy infrastructure while demonstrating how battery storage can help deliver solar power beyond daylight hours.