Egypt Aims for 45% Clean Energy in Energy Production by 2028

Egypt plans to increase the share of clean energy in energy production to 45% by 2028. President El-Sisi accelerated renewable energy projects...

Scraper SystemMay 25, 2026, 10:37 AM

Egypt Aims for 45% Clean Energy in Energy Production by 2028

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, and Electricity Minister Mahmoud Esmat evaluated progress in renewable energy projects during a meeting. A roadmap to reduce dependence on fossil fuels was presented at the meeting. In this context, projects such as the second phase of the 500-megawatt Obelisk solar power plant planned to be connected to the electricity grid in May, the 900-megawatt Ras Shukeir wind farm targeted for completion in 2027, and the 1,700-megawatt solar energy complex to be established in Minya stood out. Additionally, energy storage stations with a total capacity of 4,000 megawatts are planned in Minya, Alexandria, and Qena. President El-Sisi emphasized the importance of adhering to project schedules for grid stability and flexibility and stated that private sector participation should be increased. The topics of promoting local production of renewable energy equipment and expanding the use of solar energy systems in factories were also discussed. The government was instructed to intensify investment incentives in the energy sector and to systematically expand renewable energy projects.