Transforming Energy: Emerge To Build 3 MWp Solar Plant To Power 35% Of Saudi Agri Company Tanmiah's Operations

In a significant stride towards sustainability, Tanmiah Food Company, a dominant force in the Middle East's fresh poultry, processed proteins, and other sectors, has teamed up with Emerge, a venture initiated by Masdar and the EDF Group. This collaboration aims to develop a solar power facility at Tanmiah's Haradh site.

Emerge has committed to creating a 3 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar plant for Tanmiah. This project will provide 35% of the energy needed for Tanmiah's agricultural processing facility, significantly reducing its carbon footprint.

The initiative promises to cut down over 3,850 tonnes of CO₂ each year, equating to the yearly electricity consumption of over 800 households. Emerge's comprehensive turnkey solution covers finance, design, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance of the solar plant for 25 years.

This partnership was formalised in a ceremony at the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture. Zulfiqar Hamadani, Tanmiah's Group CEO, and Michel Abi Saab, Emerge's General Manager, signed the agreement, marking the beginning of a promising alliance.

Tanmiah's Group CEO, Zulfiqar Hamadani, expressed his views on this partnership, "At Tanmiah, sustainability is at the heart of our business strategy. 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."

Adding to this, Michel Abi Saab of Emerge highlighted the role of this initiative in Saudi Arabia's agricultural sector's energy transformation. He 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 which 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."

With an eye on becoming the foremost global halal sustainable healthy protein company by 2030, Tanmiah is integrating sustainability into its core operations. The alliance with Emerge is a pivotal step in realising this vision, highlighting the company's dedication to eco-friendly practices.

Emerge, since its inception in 2021, has been at the forefront of providing clean energy solutions, focusing on distributed solar, battery storage, off-grid solar, and hybrid solutions for diversified clients. The firm currently supplies clean electricity to 38 sites across various sectors in the region, showcasing its commitment to decarbonizing industrial operations.

The collaboration with Tanmiah marks Emerge's second venture aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of the GCC's agricultural sector, propelling the industry towards a greener future without necessitating any initial investment from the agricultural entities.