【SMM Analysis】Saudi Arabia Begins Prequalification for 8 GWh Battery Energy Storage Project
【SMM Analysis】Saudi Arabia has recently launched a significant energy project, initiating the prequalification process for an 8GWh battery energy storage project. This is the country's first battery energy storage system (BESS) project under the public-private partnership (PPP) model. This initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's energy transition plan, aiming to achieve 48GWh of energy storage capacity by 2030 to support its goal of having 50% renewable energy in its power mix and ultimately reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2060.