The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) has launched multiple sustainable development projects to improve infrastructure and essential services in Yemen. As part of its efforts, SDRPY has implemented 58 initiatives in the water sector, focusing on resource management, diversification, and efficiency in both urban and rural areas.
Among its latest initiatives, SDRPY is enhancing water security through two renewable energy projects in the governorates of Aden and Hadhramaut. Carried out in collaboration with the Selah Foundation for Development, these projects aim to ensure the sustainability of water resources, lower operational costs, and train personnel in solar energy system management.
Renewable Energy-Powered Water Projects
In Aden, the project involves equipping 10 wells in the Bi’r Ahmed field with a solar power station capable of producing 600 kilowatts. This upgrade is expected to reduce reliance on electricity for well operations, lower water production costs, and boost the field’s capacity by 36%, benefiting approximately 800,000 people in the governorate.
In Hadhramaut, the project focuses on diversifying water sources and improving supply across nine districts in the coastal and valley regions. By utilizing solar energy, the initiative reduces dependence on fuel-powered well operations and is projected to benefit around 1.7 million people.
SDRPY’s Broader Impact
SDRPY has undertaken 264 projects across various Yemeni governorates, covering key sectors such as education, health, water, energy, transportation, agriculture and fisheries, government capacity building, and developmental programs. The program continues to play a critical role in advancing sustainable infrastructure and essential services in Yemen.
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