Egypt has not installed solar cell modules

Will JA Solar build a 2 GW solar plant in Egypt?

Chinese manufacturer JA Solar has agreed to build a 2 GW solar cell and module factory in Egypt with support from UAE-based Global South Utilities. The Egyptian government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UAE-based Global South Utilities and China’s JA Solar to set up two solar manufacturing facilities at unspecified locations.

How much does JA Solar cost in Egypt?

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly attended the signing ceremony. JA Solar will oversee the construction of a 2 GW solar cell factory and a 2 GW PV module factory, partnering with local Egyptian entities. The solar cell factory will cost $138 million, while the module factory will require $75 million.

Did ancient Egypt have a solar cell?

“This means the old Kingdom of Egypt had a basic solar cell over 4,500 years before the common age and over 600 years before their first use of the wheel.” Obsidian is a dark volcanic glass mostly made of silicon.

Why should Egypt invest in solar panels?

Egyptian officials emphasized the role of the facilities in supporting Egypt's renewable energy targets and economic development. JA Solar, a leading solar manufacturer, reported 57 GW in PV module shipments in 2023, with 37.6 GW shipped in the first three quarters of 2024 – half to overseas markets.