Pearl teams up with TotalEnergies for key UAE solar installation
DUBAI, October 23, 2024
Pearl Group, an international leader in polyurethane (PU) insulation solutions and other PU-based applications, has joined forces with TotalEnergies, a global multi-energy company, for installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at three of its strategic production facilities across the UAE.
With over 35 years of experience in the Middle East and roots tracing back to polymer inventor Otto Bayer, Pearl provides high-performance products including foams, coatings, and elastomers, while TotalEnergies produces and markets oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity.
This significant solarisation initiative marks a major step in Pearl’s commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint by cutting its annual CO2 emissions by 568 tonnes.
In collaboration with TotalEnergies, Pearl has set up a total of 1,653 solar PV rooftop panels with a total installed capacity of 821 kilowatt-peak (KWp). Together, these three Dubai facilities will produce 1,336 megawatt hours (MWh) of energy a year.
The site in Dubai Investments Park (DIP) South is now contributing 372 kWp, the DIP North site adds 359 kWp, and Ras Al Khor provides 90 kWp.
On the strategic collaboration, Pearl Group CEO Martin Kruczinna said: "We are thrilled to partner with TotalEnergies on this transformational project. The installation of solar power systems across our Dubai sites is a testament to our unwavering commitment to sustainability and our proactive approach to reducing our environmental impact."
"This initiative not only supports our operational needs but also aligns with our long-term vision of promoting renewable energy," he added.
Hamady SY, Managing Director of TotalEnergies Renewables Distributed Generation, Middle East and Africa, said: "TotalEnergies is pleased to partner with Pearl on its decarbonization journey by solarization of these three plants, which showcase the potential for renewable energy integration within industrial operations."
"By providing turnkey services that help solar energy add value to businesses, we are committed to supporting our partners in achieving their sustainability goals," he added.-TradeArabia News Service
