Masdar-EDF JV Emerge and Turbotim Launch 1.52MWp Solar + 5MWh Battery Storage Project to Replace Diesel Power at Ras Al Khaimah Facility

In a significant push toward clean energy adoption in the industrial sector, Emerge—a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group—has signed a partnership agreement with UAE-based energy solutions firm Turbotim to develop a hybrid solar and battery energy storage project at Turbotim’s Ras Al Khaimah facilities.

The agreement, finalized during the Make it in the Emirates Forum, will see the deployment of two identical rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, each with a capacity of 763 kilowatts peak (kWp), paired with a 2.5 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS). Combined, the project will deliver 1.52 megawatts peak (MWp) of solar power and 5MWh of energy storage.

Emerge will provide a comprehensive turnkey solution encompassing project financing, design, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance over a 20-year contract period.

Currently reliant on diesel generators, Turbotim is expected to significantly reduce its carbon footprint and energy costs by transitioning to this hybrid renewable energy model. The installation is projected to prevent over 2.1 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually—comparable to the electricity use of 240 households or taking 474 petrol-powered vehicles off the road.

Speaking on the development, Dr. Saad Al Tameemi, Chairman of Turbotim, stated:

“This partnership with Emerge marks a major step forward in Turbotim’s journey toward cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. By integrating solar and battery storage into our operations, we’re not only reducing our environmental footprint but also creating long-term value through energy cost savings and greater energy independence.”

Michel Abi Saab, General Manager of Emerge, emphasized the broader impact:

“The agreement signed with Turbotim, a leading industrial player, highlights the value of distributed solar and storage installations in reducing reliance on fossil fuels. With our end-to-end delivery model, we’re proud to support businesses in the UAE in achieving their decarbonization goals.”

This project aligns with the UAE’s national sustainability agenda and is part of a broader strategy to foster industrial decarbonization and renewable energy integration across the country.