Gulf of El Zayt Wind Farm project, Egypt
Name and Location
Gulf of El Zayt Wind Farm project, Red Sea coast, Egypt.
Client
New & Renewable Energy Authority (NREA).
Project Description
The project involves the construction of a 220 MW wind farm on the Egyptian Red Sea coast, comprising one-hundred-and-ten 2 MW turbines.
The expected energy generated from this project will reach about one-billion kilowatt hours and save about 210 000 t/y of oil equivalent, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 550 000 t/y.
Value
€220-million.
The project will be financed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency.
Duration
The wind farm is expected to be commissioned during the second half of 2017.
Latest Developments
Gamesa has been awarded a contract for the turnkey construction of the Gulf of El Zayt Wind Farm.
Under the scope of the agreement, Gamesa will handle the supply, installation and commissioning of 110 of its G80-2.0 MW turbines, starting in September.
The company will also handle the construction of the civil engineering and electric infrastructure needed to install and operate the facility, and will provide operations and maintenance services for three years.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Gamesa (supply, installation and commissioning of turbines, as well as construction of civil engineering and electric infrastructure).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
NREA, tel +20 22725891, fax +20 22717173 or email reic@nreaeg.com.
Gamesa corporate communications tel +34 91 503 17 00 or email media@gamesacorp.com.
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