Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has reviewed plans to accelerate renewable energy development as the country works toward raising clean energy’s share of its power mix to 45% by 2028, the presidency announced.
In a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Electricity Minister Mahmoud Esmat, Al-Sisi examined progress on solar and wind projects and discussed measures to strengthen the national electricity grid. Esmat presented a roadmap to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, outlining projects scheduled for completion over the next two years as well as longer-term initiatives extending to 2040.
Among the projects highlighted were the second phase of the 500-megawatt Obelisk solar plant in Nag Hammadi, due to connect to the grid in May; the 900-megawatt Ras Shukeir wind farm, scheduled for completion in 2027; and a 1,700-megawatt solar complex in Minya. Plans also include grid-connected and standalone energy storage stations in Minya, Alexandria, and Qena with a combined capacity of 4,000 megawatts.
Al-Sisi stressed the importance of adhering to project timelines to ensure grid stability and flexibility. He also emphasized expanding private sector participation, citing the Gabal El Zeit wind power complex, which has a capacity of around 580 megawatts.
The presidency noted that discussions covered efforts to localize the manufacturing of renewable energy equipment and components, as well as expanding the use of solar systems in factories to ease pressure on the national grid. Al-Sisi directed the government to intensify investment promotion in the energy sector while maintaining a carefully planned expansion of renewable projects and reducing dependence on conventional fuels.
