ADNOC Distribution announced the launch of the second phase of its service station solarization program in cooperation with Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group. This initiative aims to enhance sustainability and operational efficiency by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on non-renewable energy.
Under the program, Emerge will finance, design, install, and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) panels at service stations across ADNOC Distribution’s UAE network.
In the first phase, Emerge installed solar panels at 28 ADNOC Distribution service stations in Dubai, generating over 6,300 MWh of electricity and reducing CO₂ emissions by more than 2,900 tons.
During Phase 2, solar panels will be installed at more than 100 service stations across Abu Dhabi, expected to generate nearly 30,000 MWh of renewable energy annually, equivalent to powering nearly one billion smartphones and avoiding over 13,000 tons of carbon emissions. This reduction is equivalent to the carbon absorbed by nearly 250,000 tree seedlings growing for 10 years.
“Incorporating solar power into our energy mix is just one face of our strong commitment to sustainability, upholding broader ADNOC Group and UAE net-zero goals. We are proud of these efforts as we strive to build a better future for customers, shareholders, and the communities we serve,” said Bader Saeed Al Lamki, CEO of ADNOC Distribution.
This initiative comes inline with ADNOC Distribution’s goal to reduce operational carbon intensity by 25% by 2030 and is part of its broader commitment to sustainability, including a $1.5 billion sustainability-linked loan.
“After the successful completion of the first service station solarization phase, we are proud to extend our partnership with ADNOC Distribution and launch the second phase, which will cover more than 100 stations under the scheme. At Emerge, we’re committed to supporting businesses in the UAE to reduce carbon emissions and achieve their sustainability goals,” said Michel Abi Saab, General Manager of Emerge.
Notably, Emerge has developed more than 200MWp of solar capacity across diverse commercial and industrial sectors in just three years since its establishment.
Recognized with multiple awards, it is committed to creating a greener, sustainable future by helping businesses meet their sustainability goals.