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Ranked as the 50th largest power generation facility in the United Arab Emirates, the MBRSP IIIA holds a notable position within the country's renewable energy landscape. With a generation capacity of 200 MW, it is the 7th largest solar plant among 22 solar facilities in the UAE, contributing a significant 0.21% to the national capacity of 97,291 MW. This facility employs advanced photovoltaic technology to harness solar energy, reflecting the UAE's commitment to diversifying its energy sources away from its gas-dominant profile, where gas accounts for the majority of power generation. Located approximately 50 km from several substantial gas plants, including the Jebel Ali Power and Desalination Plant (8,694.1 MW) and the Emirates Global Aluminium Jebel Ali power plant (2,950 MW), MBRSP IIIA is part of a broader energy ecosystem that emphasizes the need for sustainable energy solutions amidst a primarily fossil-fuel-based grid. The presence of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which boasts a capacity of 2,427 MW, further underscores the UAE's strategic shift towards renewable energy, positioning MBRSP IIIA as a crucial player in this transition. With the country's energy profile heavily skewed towards gas, the plant's contribution is modest yet significant in its potential to inspire further investment in renewable technologies. Owned and operated by a consortium aiming to enhance the sustainability of energy production, MBRSP IIIA was commissioned in a bid to meet rising energy demands while promoting environmental stewardship. As the world increasingly pivots towards cleaner energy, the operational success of MBRSP IIIA serves as a beacon for future solar initiatives in the region, contributing to both economic growth and a cleaner environment.

Capacity
200 MW
Commissioning Year
2020

6 years old

Owner
Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority
Location
24.7470°, 55.3850°

United Arab Emirates, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 50. largest of 81 plants in United Arab Emirates
  • #7,393 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #123 of 11,042 Solar plants worldwide
  • 0.21% of the installed capacity of United Arab Emirates
Age & fleet comparison

6 years in operation

Solar fleet average: 10.4 years

Operator portfolio

Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority operates 9 plants totalling 8,266 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: Wiki-Solar

Location

Coordinates:: 24.747000, 55.385000
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

MBRSP} IIIA is a solar power plant producing approximately 315 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~41 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Solar
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
United Arab Emirates
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

United Arab EmiratesEnergy Profile

81
Total Plants
93.9 GW
Total Capacity
GasNuclearSolar
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