Norwegian renewable energy developer Scatec and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have established a $550 million investment platform to finance a pipeline of solar, wind and battery storage projects in Egypt, combining institutional capital with Scatec’s project development and construction capabilities.
The platform, Egypt Renewables Holdings B.V., is expected to support projects that collectively add 2.7 GW of solar capacity, 900 MW of wind capacity and 4.2 GWh of battery energy storage to Egypt’s energy system.
Under the agreement, Scatec will retain a 60% stake in the investment vehicle, while EBRD will own the remaining 40%. EBRD has committed up to $221 million, comprising approximately $170 million in equity and the balance through project-level guarantees.
Announced on 22 October 2026, the partnership is designed to accelerate the development and financing of Scatec’s near-term renewable energy portfolio in Egypt. The platform may also expand into other markets across the southern and eastern Mediterranean.
Four Projects Anchor Scatec’s Egypt Investment Platform
The investment vehicle is expected to hold interests in four projects spanning solar power, wind generation and battery storage.
| Project | Platform’s expected interest | Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Obelisk | 40% | Solar and battery storage |
| Shadwan | 51% | Onshore wind |
| Egypt Aluminium Phase 1 (Dandara) | Approximately 60% | Solar and battery storage |
| Energy Valley | Approximately 60% | Solar and battery storage |
The projects represent different parts of Egypt’s renewable energy expansion, from solar generation paired with battery storage to large-scale onshore wind development.
The Obelisk project includes a 1.1 GW solar facility and a battery system, while Shadwan is a planned 900 MW wind farm. The Dandara and Energy Valley developments add further solar generation and storage capacity to the portfolio.
The platform will finance the acquisition, development and construction of renewable energy infrastructure. Other minority investors will also participate in some of the underlying projects, meaning the investment vehicle’s ownership percentages should not be confused with ownership of the entire project capacities.
EBRD Commits Up to $221 Million to the $550 Million Platform
EBRD’s commitment provides long-term institutional capital for a portfolio of projects requiring substantial investment before and during construction.
Scatec said approximately $170 million of the commitment would be provided as equity, with the remaining amount delivered through project-level guarantees. The arrangement combines direct ownership capital with risk-sharing support for the underlying projects.
Scatec will continue to act as the lead sponsor, developer, engineering, procurement and construction contractor, and asset manager for the projects held by the platform.
This structure allows Scatec to retain operational responsibility while bringing in a major institutional investor to share the financial commitment. It also provides a mechanism for the company to partner with long-term investors as it develops projects requiring substantial capital.
For EBRD, the investment provides an equity position in a renewable energy portfolio while supporting the development of additional generation and storage capacity in one of its established markets.
Battery Storage Becomes a Central Part of Egypt’s Renewable Energy Expansion
The planned addition of 4.2 GWh of battery storage is a significant component of the investment platform. The projects combine storage with solar generation, while the wider portfolio also includes the Shadwan wind project.
Battery systems can store electricity when generation is available and release it later, helping manage differences between renewable energy production and demand. Their contribution depends on factors including charging arrangements, grid connections, system design and operating conditions.
For Egypt, pairing storage with large-scale solar projects could help improve the usefulness of renewable electricity as the country expands generation capacity and seeks to strengthen energy security.
The investment platform is therefore not limited to adding new power generation. It also supports infrastructure intended to help integrate renewable electricity into the energy system.
Egypt’s Energy Investment Push Draws Multiple Development Financiers
The Scatec-EBRD platform forms part of a wider effort to mobilise financing for renewable energy infrastructure in Egypt.
The projects fall under the energy pillar of Egypt’s Nexus of Water, Food and Energy initiative, known as NWFE, which supports renewable energy capacity, electricity-network investment, skills development and a just energy transition.
Development finance institutions have been involved in supporting several of the projects in the portfolio. EBRD has previously provided financing for Obelisk and announced plans for additional lending to Shadwan.
Separately, on 26 October 2026, Egypt signed a preliminary financing agreement involving Scatec and three multilateral development banks for the $650 million Dandara solar project in Qena province. The project is planned to deliver 1 GW of solar capacity and 200 MWh of battery storage in two phases.
The financing arrangements involve EBRD, the European Investment Bank and the African Development Bank, while the National Bank of Egypt is expected to take an equity stake in the project company.
The Dandara financing agreement is a separate project-level development, although the project also forms part of the broader portfolio identified for the Scatec-EBRD investment platform. The two announcements illustrate how project financing and investment at the portfolio level can work alongside one another.
EBRD’s Egypt Portfolio Extends Beyond the Scatec Partnership
EBRD has invested more than €16 billion across 238 projects in Egypt since beginning operations in the country in 2012, according to the bank.
Its renewable energy investments cover projects involving solar generation, wind power and battery storage, as Egypt seeks to diversify electricity supply and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.
The new platform gives EBRD a minority ownership position in a portfolio developed by Scatec, rather than financing each project solely through conventional lending. The structure could also provide a basis for investing in additional renewable energy opportunities across the southern and eastern Mediterranean.
Scatec said Egypt has become one of its most important markets, with the partnership expected to accelerate its regional expansion.
For the developer, bringing in an institutional investor provides another way to fund a growing project pipeline while retaining its role in project execution and asset management. For EBRD, the arrangement creates an opportunity to support multiple renewable energy assets through a single investment vehicle.
What the Investment Platform Means for Egypt’s Energy Market
The platform’s significance lies in its combination of capital, project development expertise and a pipeline spanning several renewable energy technologies.
The planned 3.6 GW of solar and wind capacity, alongside 4.2 GWh of battery storage, could contribute to Egypt’s efforts to expand renewable electricity generation and strengthen energy security.
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However, the announced capacity represents the combined expected contribution of the portfolio, not capacity already delivered by the new investment vehicle. Individual projects remain subject to their respective development, financing, construction and commissioning requirements.
The possibility of expanding the platform beyond Egypt could also give Scatec and EBRD a structure for pursuing additional renewable energy investments in the wider southern and eastern Mediterranean region.
The longer-term outcome will depend on how quickly the projects progress, how their financing is completed and when the planned generation and storage facilities enter operation.
