Proposals To Undergo Technical and Commercial Evaluation
The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) and Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company (Tadweer) have announced the receipt of proposals for the development of the Abu Dhabi Waste-to-Energy Independent Power Project (IPP), which is set to become one of the largest WtE facilities in the region. The project aims to process 900,000 metric tonnes of waste annually, reduce carbon emissions by 1.1 million metric tonnes per year, and generate electricity to power up to 52,500 households. The proposals were submitted by a Japan-based consortium and a consortium comprising SUEZ International S.A.S. and PAL Cooling Holding LLC, with a request for proposals issued to qualified bidders in July 2022. The project has received competitive bids, indicating a strong interest in sustainable energy production.
EWEC’s Chief Executive Officer, Othman Al Ali, said that the project is a significant opportunity to drive the country’s sustainability agenda and support the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. The project aligns with the "Year of Sustainability" and the country’s hosting of the COP28 global climate change summit, as well as with Abu Dhabi’s mission to build an integrated waste management sector and support the UAE’s wider ambitions to unify efforts for a circular economy. Eng. Ali Al Dhaheri, Chief Executive Officer of Tadweer, said that the strong interest from leading entities in submitting competitive bids for the project reflects a growing global awareness and commitment towards utilising cutting-edge technologies and processes to produce sustainable energy.
The proposals will undergo a detailed technical and commercial evaluation, and the awarding announcement and the execution of the concession agreement are expected to take place in Q3 of 2023. The WtE project has a target commercial operation date of Q4 2026. The Abu Dhabi Waste-to-Energy Independent Power Project is a crucial development in the UAE’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions, achieve a circular economy, and support sustainability initiatives. With a focus on utilising cutting-edge technologies and processes for sustainable energy production, the project demonstrates a strong commitment to the country's sustainability agenda and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative.
