Wedoany.com Report-Sept. 4, The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in the United Arab Emirates has reached a new milestone, with an additional 1 GW of solar capacity now operational. The world’s largest single-site solar park is advancing through its sixth phase, which will add a total of 1.8 GW of solar capacity under an independent power producer (IPP) model led by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).

An update from the Dubai government indicates that the sixth phase is approximately 68.59% complete, with 1 GW operational and 800 MW still under construction. Over 2.2 million solar panels have already been installed, and the total is expected to exceed 3.9 million panels upon completion next year.

The cumulative installed capacity of the solar park now exceeds 3.8 GW. DEWA projects that by the end of the decade, the park’s total capacity will surpass 7.2 GW, exceeding the original 5 GW target and providing around 34% of Dubai’s total electricity generation.

Earlier this year, in February 2025, DEWA issued a call for developers to support the seventh phase of the project on an IPP basis. This upcoming phase is expected to have a capacity of 1.6–2 GW and will include 1 GW of battery storage, making it one of the largest solar-plus-storage projects globally.

In April, DEWA Managing Director and CEO Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer confirmed that 47 global companies had expressed interest in participating in the development of the seventh phase. This reflects strong international engagement and continued investment in renewable energy infrastructure in Dubai.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park illustrates the UAE’s commitment to expanding solar power capacity and integrating renewable energy into its electricity mix. By progressively increasing capacity through multiple project phases and combining solar with battery storage, the solar park enhances both generation reliability and grid stability.

The park’s development under the IPP model allows private developers to contribute to Dubai’s renewable energy goals while benefiting from structured investment opportunities. DEWA’s phased approach ensures careful scaling of capacity, with each stage supported by detailed planning and the deployment of advanced solar technologies.

Overall, the ongoing sixth phase and preparations for the seventh phase demonstrate a clear trajectory toward achieving a total capacity of more than 7 GW by 2030. With millions of panels installed and significant battery integration planned, the project is positioned to remain a global benchmark for utility-scale solar development. The solar park continues to strengthen Dubai’s energy security and supports its broader sustainability objectives, providing a substantial portion of the city’s electricity from clean energy sources.