Al-Kharsaah Solar Power Plant
| Al-Kharsaah Solar Power Plant | |
|---|---|
| Official name | محطة الكهرباء الخرسعة |
| Country | Qatar |
| Location | Al Kharsaah, Al-Shahaniya Municipality |
| Coordinates | 25°14′22.6″N 51°00′55.5″E / 25.239611°N 51.015417°E |
| Status | Operational |
| Construction began | July 2020 |
| Commission date | October 2022 |
| Solar farm | |
| Type | |
| Power generation | |
| Nameplate capacity | 800 MW |
The Al-Kharsaah Solar Power Plant (Arabic: محطة الكهرباء الخرسعة) is a photovoltaic power plant in Al-Shahaniya, Qatar. It is the first photovoltaic power plant in the country.
History
The construction started in July 2020.[1] The power plant was built in two phases, each with 400 MW generation capacity construction. The power plant was commissioned in 2022, making it the first photovoltaic power plant in Qatar.[2]
Architecture
The power plant covers an area of 10 km2.[2]
Technical specifications
The power plant has a total installed generation capacity of 800 MW.[2]
See also
References
- ^ "Qatar Al-Kharsaah Solar Power Plant". PowerChina. 24 October 2023. Retrieved 19 April 2025.
- ^ a b c Pouyanné, Patrick. "Al Kharsaah: A Pioneering Solar Power Plant in Qatar". TotalEnergies. Retrieved 19 April 2025.