Unit 3 of Barakah Power Plant successfully connected to UAE transmission grid

Units 1 and 2 are both in commercial operation, producing clean electricity every minute of every day.

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) announced on Saturday that following the start-up of Unit 3 of the Barakah nuclear power plant, its operations and maintenance subsidiary, Nawah Energy Company (Nawah), has now safely and successfully connected the unit to the UAE’s transmission grid, from Barakah to the transmission grid. The third of the four units at the card plant provides the first megawatt of carbon-free electricity.

Unit 3 will add another 1,400 megawatts of zero-carbon electricity capacity to the national grid, a major step forward in securing the UAE’s energy security and energy sustainability to combat climate change – two of the world’s biggest challenges today. the biggest challenge.

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With Units 1 and 2 already in commercial operation, producing clean electricity every minute of every day, and Unit 3 approaching commercial operation in the coming months – Barakah is accelerating the decarbonization of the power sector and becoming a A key component of the UAE’s grid Zero 2050 strategy. The entire nuclear sector is an essential part of the UAE’s clean energy system with multiple low-carbon technologies, ensuring the reliability, efficiency and resilience of the UAE’s power grid for at least the next 60 years.

The UAE has a clean energy system with multiple low-carbon technologies to ensure its reliability.

Mohamed Ibrahim Al Hammadi, Managing Director and CEO of ENEC, said: “The long-term vision and decisions of our leadership more than 13 years ago paid dividends today as we celebrate another proud moment in the UAE’s peaceful nuclear energy programme. Connecting Units UAE Power Transmission Grid 3 adds gigawatts of clean electricity to power all aspects of society, replacing the need to burn $4 billion worth of natural gas that can be diverted for export and certified as clean energy for many companies in the UAE Provides a unique competitive advantage. I am proud that our UAE-led team continues to demonstrate world-class capabilities, knowledge and expertise – powering the net zero economy through their work. Congratulations to all who have helped achieve these achievements. ”

Once connected to the grid, Unit 3 will undergo a step-by-step process of increasing power levels, known as the Power Boost Test (PAT). The process will be continuously monitored and tested until maximum power generation is achieved, while complying with all local regulatory requirements and the highest international safety, quality and security standards.

Barakah’s four units alone contribute 25% of the UAE’s national contribution to net zero and are the largest source of dispatchable clean electricity. The plant demonstrates how to safely, successfully and competitively deliver nuclear energy projects in response to growing carbon emissions.

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