Shanghai Electric Group has signed a cooperation agreement with Masdar for the Al Sadawi Solar Photovoltaic Project. The total installed capacity of the project is expected to reach 2,000 megawatts (MW). This agreement is part of Saudi Arabia’s National Renewable Energy Program under its fifth round of bidding.
The Al Sadawi solar project will follow the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model. Under this model, the consortium led by Masdar, along with GD Power from China and Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), will build, own, and operate the facility. The project will be located in the Sadawi region of Saudi Arabia. The agreement includes a long-term power purchase arrangement with Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC).
Shanghai Electric will contribute to technology and engineering support during the development and construction stages of the solar plant. The company confirmed this project as part of its global clean energy portfolio expansion.
In parallel to its international partnerships, Shanghai Electric is also pursuing renewable energy activities in its home city. A small distributed solar project in Shanghai’s Fengxian District is currently under construction. The rooftop solar system, with an installed capacity of 5 MW, is spread across several industrial buildings. It is expected to supply part of the power required by the local logistics and packaging hub.
Another smaller initiative is taking place in Jiading District. A public bus depot is installing 1 MW of solar panels along its rooftop and parking shelter structures. These panels will power electric bus charging stations and office lighting. The project is part of the local government’s drive to integrate clean energy into public transport systems.
A pilot project in Pudong has deployed solar-powered smart benches and lighting in a community park. Each bench includes a solar panel, battery storage, and USB charging ports.
