Launches 2MW solar power plant in Saudi Arabia
In a major development, SIG and Yellow Door Energy officially launched SIG’s 2-megawatt solar project in Riyadh.
The project, under the patronage of Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), emphasizes the importance of greening industrial cities and supporting the MODON Green Initiative, according to a press statement.
This solar project aligns with SIG’s ambitious sustainability strategy, which aims to create packaging solutions that deliver more to society and the environment than they take. As part of this strategy, SIG is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain, investing in renewable energy, and exploring circular economy practices that minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.
Industrial solar projects
The 2-MWp solar plant will be one of the first on-grid industrial solar projects in Saudi Arabia directly connected to an industrial plant. Covering 8,000sqm, the solar installation will feature over 3,200 solar panels. The initiative will reduce carbon emissions by 1,300MT annually, contributing to SIG’s Climate+ targets while supporting Saudi Arabia’s Net Zero Emissions by 2060 goal.
“By adopting solar energy, industrial facilities can reduce energy costs, enhance their economic resilience and achieve their sustainability objectives,” a MODON spokesperson commented.
“By tapping into renewable energy in partnership with Yellow Door Energy, we are enhancing the sustainability of our operations and contributing to Saudi Arabia’s green energy ambitions under the Saudi Green Initiative,” stated Abdelghany Eladib, President & General Manager, India, Middle East and Africa, SIG.
“Together, we are driving progress toward Saudi Arabia’s Net Zero Emissions by 2060 target and building a sustainable energy future for generations to come,” remarked Khaled Chebaro, Country Director, KSA, Yellow Door Energy.
