CAIRO, April 8 – Egypt is set to add 2,500 megawatts of renewable energy capacity to its national grid in 2026 as part of an accelerated push to strengthen energy security and transition toward cleaner sources.
The plan was reviewed during a high-level meeting led by Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, alongside Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and senior energy officials. Discussions focused on expanding renewable energy projects, integrating wind, solar and battery storage into the grid, and meeting rising electricity demand under the country’s 2030 energy strategy.
Electricity Minister Mahmoud Esmat said the additional capacity will enhance grid stability and support Egypt’s goal of increasing the share of renewables in its energy mix to at least 42% by 2030. The strategy also includes improving efficiency and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Meanwhile, Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi outlined plans to settle outstanding payments to energy companies by mid-2026, alongside efforts to expand oil and gas reserves and optimise consumption.
El-Sisi emphasised the need for coordinated policy execution across key ministries to accelerate clean energy deployment and secure financing. He also reiterated Egypt’s ambition to position itself as a regional hub for green energy.
The meeting further addressed preparations for peak summer demand, with authorities focusing on maintaining uninterrupted electricity supply and improving industrial energy efficiency amid ongoing regional pressures on energy markets.
