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Where is Qatar's first solar power plant?

Qatar's first solar power plant, built by Chinese companies, was put into operation on Tuesday, marking a milestone for the country in energy transition. The 800MW Al Kharsaah Solar Power Plant, located in the desert area about 80 kilometers west of its capital Doha, is one of the largest in the Middle East.

How much Chinese equipment is used in Al Kharsaah solar power plant?

"Chinese equipment was applied throughout the project's 800 MW photovoltaic area, which makes up more than 60 percent of the total investment,”said Li Jun, on-site construction manager of Al Kharsaah Solar Power Plant.

Where is Al Kharsaah solar power plant located?

The 800MW Al Kharsaah Solar Power Plant, located in the desert area about 80 kilometers west of its capital Doha, is one of the largest in the Middle East. With a total investment of $417 million, it is the first non-fossil fuel power station in the country endowed with petroleum and natural gas.

What is Qatar's first non-fossil power plant?

With a total investment of $417 million, it is the first non-fossil fuel power station in the country endowed with petroleum and natural gas. As Qatar's first large-scale ground solar power plant connected to the grid at full capacity, the Al Kharsaah project can meet 10 percent of the country's peak electricity demand.

Who built Al Kharsaah photovoltaic power station?

The 800-megawatt Al Kharsaah photovoltaic power station, Qatar's first nonfossil-fuel power station, was independently built by Power-China Guizhou Engineering Co.

Is a photovoltaic power station a green legacy for the 2022 World Cup?

Since a capacity crowd cheered at the opening on Nov 20 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup at the brilliantly lighted Al Bayt Stadium in Doha, the capital of Qatar, a stable supply of clean power from a photovoltaic power station built by a Chinese company has been contributing to the global sporting event, providing a major green legacy.