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Will IFC support Egypt's first utility-scale battery energy storage system?

Cairo, Egypt, June 15, 2025 – IFC today announced an investment to support Egypt's first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), deepening its partnership with AMEA Power, a leading renewable energy developer in Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, and the Government of Egypt to advance the country's clean energy ambitions.

What is a battery energy storage system?

A battery energy storage system, or BESS, is a system that uses batteries to store energy for later use. With the advent of this technology, energy usage could see a complete transformation; allowing access to energy sources when needed while reducing our dependence on traditional energy sources from fossil fuels.

What does IFC do in Egypt?

Since beginning its operations in Egypt in 1975, IFC has invested and mobilized nearly $10 billion in development projects and has an advisory portfolio of $25 million. IFC's private sector support in Egypt focuses on fintech, climate finance, manufacturing, infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, gender, and other sectors. About IFC

Egypt Runs First Solar-Powered Battery System

AMEA Power has put first large battery energy storage system into operation in Egypt. This battery system can store 300 megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity. It works with solar energy.
IFC and AMEA Power Launch Egypt''s First

IFC today announced an investment to support Egypt''s first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), deepening its
IFC, AMEA Power launch Egypt''s first utility-scale battery storage system

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced on Sunday a landmark investment to support the development of Egypt''s first utility-scale battery energy storage system
AMEA Power completes 300 MWh battery

AMEA Power has completed Egypt''s first grid-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), co-located with a major 500 MW solar plant.
Trina Storage delivers 300MWh battery storage project in Egypt

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Energy storage systems impact on Egypt''s future energy mix

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AMEA Power Boosts Clean Energy in Egypt with New Battery Energy Storage

AMEA Power is building Egypt''s first battery energy storage systems to boost grid stability and increase the role of renewable energy in Egypt''s energy mix.
How battery storage reshapes Egypt''s energy future?

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Egypt Commissions Its First Utility-Scale Battery Storage System

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AMEA Power Successfully Commissions

Egypt''s first utility-scale battery energy system storage developed by AMEA Power, delivered ahead of schedule Commissioning
IFC and AMEA Power Launch Egypt''s First Battery Energy Storage System

IFC today announced an investment to support Egypt''s first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), deepening its partnership with AMEA Power, a leading renewable energy
AMEA Power Successfully Commissions Landmark Battery Energy Storage

Egypt''s first utility-scale battery energy system storage developed by AMEA Power, delivered ahead of schedule Commissioning follows recent financial close, marking a major