The Royal University for Women, Bahrain, and Positive Zero Unveil Solar Carport Partnership to Generate 6.6 GWh of Clean Energy Annually

The Royal University for Women (RUW), the first private, purpose-built international university in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Positive Zero to install a solar carport project on its premises through Positive Zero’s distributed generation arm, SirajPower.This agreement enhances cooperation in the field of clean energy between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates.

Located in Riffa, Bahrain, the solar carport project features a facility with a maximum output of 3.75 MWp. The initiative is backed by a 30-year lease agreement with Positive Zero, covering the design, supply, installation, operation, and maintenance of the solar carport. The project is expected to generate 6.6 GWh of clean energy annually, offsetting over 4,500 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year—equivalent to planting more than 75,000 trees.

The partnership was recently inaugurated at the RUW campus in the presence of key dignitaries, including the Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, His Excellency Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan; Ali Nematallah Al Nimaa, Vice President of the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA); Dr. Farzana Abdullah Al-Maraghi, Assistant Secretary-General of the Higher Education Council; Professor Riyad Yousef Hamzah, President of the University; and members of the University’s Board of Directors and Trustees. The agreement was signed on behalf of the Royal University for Women by the Managing Director of the Board of Directors and Trustees and Chairman of the Executive Committee, Essa bin Mohammed Najibi, and by Positive Zero’s Co-Founder and Chairman, Mohammed Abdulghaffar Hussain.

His Excellency Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water said, “The General Directorate of Energy Efficiency at the Ministry is keen to provide the technical advice and support necessary to contribute to the implementation of sustainable energy transition plans, and to adopt investment initiatives in renewable energy sources to achieve national goals, with the aim of reducing carbon emissions, and achieving the goal of reaching net zero by 2060, in line with the Kingdom’s international commitments.”

Mohammed Abdulghaffar Hussain, Co-Founder and Chairman of Positive Zero, said: “Our partnership with the Royal University for Women is a testament to the need for solar solutions across the region and in all sectors, including education. This initiative supports our mission to revolutionize the Middle East’s energy landscape and serve as a blueprint for other organizations seeking clean alternatives. We are confident that this collaboration with the Royal University for Women will further inspire advancements in environmental responsibility and energy efficiency, motivating the next generation of young sustainability leaders in Bahrain and beyond to drive positive change.”

Professor Riyad Yousef Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, added: “Our collaboration with Positive Zero exemplifies our steadfast commitment to a sustainable future. Adopting sustainable energy sources is not just an option, but a responsibility and a strong indicator of our commitment to adopting environmental sustainability initiatives and contributing to the smart and green energy transition. The solar installation project is a tangible embodiment of our commitment to protecting the environment and preserving energy sources and is an educational tool that allows our students to witness the direct impact of sustainable initiatives and inspire them to seek innovative solutions in their lives and careers.”