MEW: Major Expansion Plans for Power and Water Production
Kuwait City, Kuwait: Kuwait is gearing up for a significant boost in its power and water generation capacity through a series of public-private partnership projects. The Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, in collaboration with the Public-Private Partnership Projects Authority, is inviting bids for the development of two new Independent Water and Power Producer facilities.
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Key takeaways:
- Al-Zour North Expansion: The project combines the previously planned second and third phases of the Al-Zour North IWPP.
- Massive Capacity Addition: The combined plants will generate a substantial 2,700 megawatts of electricity and desalinate 120 million imperial gallons of water per day.
- Strategic Location: Situated south of Kuwait City, the project will integrate seamlessly with existing power and desalination infrastructure.
- Separate Tenders: Bidding for the Al-Zour North 2 and 3 projects will run concurrently with the Al-Khiran 1 IWPP, to be tendered later this year.
- Khiran 1 Plant: This facility will contribute 1,800 megawatts of power and 33 million gallons of desalinated water daily.
- Long-Term Agreements: Both projects will supply power and water to the national grid for 25 years.
- Fuel Options: The plants will primarily utilize Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and high-pressure natural gas, with gasoil as a backup.
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This initiative signifies a major step towards ensuring long-term energy and water security for Kuwait. By partnering with the private sector, the government aims to leverage expertise and resources to meet the growing demands of the nation, reported Al Qabas daily.
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