JA Solar has shipped the first batch of photovoltaic (PV) modules for Masdar’s landmark Round-the-Clock (RTC) solar-plus-storage project in Abu Dhabi, marking a key milestone in the companies’ collaboration and the project’s development.
The shipment follows JA Solar’s selection in 2025 as one of the preferred suppliers for a 3 GW PV module supply contract for the project, reinforcing the company’s position in supplying utility-scale renewable energy developments.
Located in Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi, the RTC project will integrate a 5.2 GW solar photovoltaic plant with a 19 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS), making it one of the world’s largest integrated solar-plus-storage facilities. Once completed, the project is expected to provide 1 GW of continuous baseload renewable electricity around the clock, supporting the UAE’s growing electricity demand and powering emerging artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.
The project is scheduled to become fully operational in 2027.
JA Solar said its participation reflects growing global recognition of its manufacturing capabilities, delivery network, and localized service model. The company will supply its flagship DeepBlue PV modules, which are designed for large-scale renewable energy projects requiring high performance, reliability, and resilience under demanding operating conditions.
According to the company, the DeepBlue modules are well suited for AI-related energy infrastructure, offering continuous high-load operation, durability in extreme climates, enhanced safety, lower maintenance requirements, and scalability for utility-scale deployments.
Beyond module supply, JA Solar is also expanding its involvement in sustainable AI development. During Intersolar Europe 2026 in Munich, the company partnered with Deloitte to release the white paper, “Driving Greener Artificial Intelligence with the Green Token Indicator.” The publication introduces a framework for integrating green attributes into AI computing workloads, providing a measurable approach to evaluating and managing the environmental impact of artificial intelligence.
JA Solar said the Abu Dhabi project demonstrates how advanced photovoltaic technology and energy storage can support the growing energy requirements of AI-driven industries while accelerating the transition to low-carbon power systems.
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