What is the largest solar energy project in Libya?

In June 2022, Total Energies, in collaboration with the General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) and REAoL, launched the Sadada Solar Energy 500 MW project in Al-Sadada, which is set to become the largest of its kind in the country.

What is total energies doing in Libya?

Total Energies is also working with Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) on several renewable energy projects including solar power supply systems to hospitals and education facilities in the oil producing regions. Libya and Total Energies sign preliminary agreement to establish 500 MW solar power project (libyaherald.com)

Who is launching a 500 MW Sadada solar power plant?

Total Energies, GECOL and REAoL launch 500 MW Sadada solar power plant project (Photo: REAoL). At a site ceremony yesterday, France’s Total Energies, the General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) and the Renewable Energy Authority of Libya (REAoL) launched the 500 MW Sadada solar power plant project.

What did GECOL do in Libya?

The Memorandum of Understanding signed with GECOL on 18 May this year involved the implementation of solar energy projects throughout Libya, including the Al-Sadada power plants with a capacity of up to 500 megawatts.

Is Libya a good place to invest in a diversified energy portfolio?

Libya’s position as a country with abundant oil reserves and an average of 3,200 hours of sunshine per year presents a unique opportunity for a diversified energy portfolio.

Is GECOL launching a new project in Libya?

GECOL chairman Wiam Al-Abadali stressed that this project is the first and largest in Libya, and that the project is now actually being launched.