President Of Comoros Inaugurates UAE-financed Solar Plants To Strengthen Energy Security And Support Sustainable Development
Umer Jamshaid | Published September 06, 2026 | 01:30 PM
MORONI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 06th Sep, 2026) Reflecting the UAE’s longstanding commitment to supporting a more sustainable future and expanding the deployment of renewable energy solutions globally, the inauguration of three solar power plants in the Union of the Comoros demonstrates how the UAE is leveraging its clean energy expertise and capabilities to help strengthen global energy security. The plants were financed by Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), implemented by Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, and managed by Global South Utilities (GSU).
The project was inaugurated by Azali Assoumani, President of the Union of the Comoros, in the presence of Jumaa Rashid Alromaithi, Ambassador of the UAE to the Union of the Comoros; Ahmed Khamis Alkalbani, Representative of ADFD; Dr. Mohamed Alzarooni, Head of Projects at Masdar; Ali Abdulla Alshimmari, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Global South Utilities; and a number of senior officials from both countries.
The project, financed by ADFD at approximately AED84.4 million, comprises three solar photovoltaic (PV) plants with a total installed capacity of approximately 20 MW: 12.86 MW on Grande Comore, 4.05 MW on Anjouan and 3.1 MW on Mohéli. It also includes battery energy storage systems with a capacity of 16 megawatt-hours (MWh) and a power output of 8 MW across Grande Comore and Anjouan, as well as approximately 30 kilometres of 20-kilovolt (kV) medium-voltage overhead transmission lines.
Technical studies indicate that the three plants will generate approximately 33.75 GWh of clean electricity annually, equivalent to meeting the needs of around 17,500 households and avoiding approximately 20,900 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year.
Regarding the inauguration, Azali Assoumani, President of the Union of the Comoros, said, “I extend my sincere appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, for his continued support in advancing our development priorities and strengthening the partnership between our two countries, guided by a shared vision for sustainable development and long-term prosperity. This strategic project translates our partnership into action, strengthening our energy infrastructure, expanding access to clean and reliable electricity, and supporting greater economic resilience, sustainable growth and improved livelihoods for our people.”
Jumaa Rashid Alromaithi, Ambassador of the UAE to the Union of the Comoros, said: “This pioneering project reflects the UAE’s commitment to translating the strong ties between our two countries into sustainable development partnerships that deliver lasting benefits for the Comoros and contribute to a greener future for all.”