Masdar-EDF JV Emerge to build solar plant at Tanmiah’s Haradh facility
Under the agreement, Emerge will provide a full turnkey solution, including finance, design, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance of the installation for 25 years
Tanmiah Food Company, the provider of fresh poultry, processed proteins, animal feed, health products, and restaurant operations, has announced a new partnership with Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group, to develop a solar power plant at its facility in Haradh.
As part of the collaboration, Emerge will develop a 3 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar power plant at Tanmiah’s Haradh facility, supporting Saudi Arabia’s clean energy objectives and reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainability. Under the agreement, Emerge will provide a full turnkey solution, including finance, design, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance of the installation for 25 years.
The solar power plant is expected to supply 35 per cent of the electricity required to operate Tanmiah’s agricultural processing facility, reducing carbon emissions by more than 3,850 tonnes annually — the equivalent of the yearly electricity consumption of over 800 households.
Tanmiah and Emerge commit to renewable energy
“At Tanmiah, sustainability is at the heart of our business strategy,” said Zulfiqar Hamadani, group CEO of Tanmiah. “The signing of this project with Emerge marks a significant milestone in our journey towards a more sustainable future. By investing in renewable energy, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also taking a crucial step toward our broader sustainability ambitions. By scaling these successes, we’re redefining what’s possible and inspiring meaningful change across the company and the sector, aligned with Vision 2030 targets related to renewable energy.”
Michel Abi Saab, GM of Emerge, stated: “Saudi Arabia’s agriculture sector is on the right track to transform its energy supply. At Emerge, we are committed to supporting the ecosystem and businesses such as Tanmiah that are ready to adopt more sustainable and environmentally friendly operations. Tanmiah’s sustainability ambitions are industry-leading, and powering this production facility with solar will play a key role in achieving these objectives. We are excited to support their energy transformation through our full turnkey solution with no upfront costs. This approach facilitates smooth and easy installation for our customers in commercial and industrial industries across the region.”
Advancing Saudi Arabia’s clean energy goals
Tanmiah’s sustainability initiatives are central to its long-term strategy, with a vision to become the leading global halal sustainable healthy protein company by 2030. The renewable energy partnership with Emerge is a key step towards realising this vision.
The agreement also aligns with Emerge’s mission to help the agricultural sector transition to clean energy sources at no upfront cost. This marks Emerge’s second project aimed at decarbonising agricultural operations in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
Established in 2021, Emerge develops distributed solar, battery storage, off-grid solar, and hybrid solutions for commercial and industrial clients.
The company currently supplies clean electricity to 38 commercial, industrial, educational, and hospitality sites across the Middle East.