UAE’s Brands For Less Group to develop 958KW solar power project

  • Date: 21-Feb-2021
  • Source: Gulf Business
  • Sector:Retail
  • Country:UAE
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UAE’s Brands For Less Group to develop 958KW solar power project

UAE-based off-price retailer Brands For Less (BFL) Group has signed a partnership agreement with Emirates Electrical Engineering (EEE) to launch a 958KW solar project in the country.

As part of the agreement, EEE - the Al Rostamani Group division specialising in executing turnkey projects in power transmission and distribution (PT&D) - will handle the design, engineering, installation, and maintenance of a large-scale solar energy system for BFL.

In total, 2,040 high-efficiency solar panels will be mounted on the rooftops of two of the group's properties, including its original warehouses in Jebel Ali Free Zone and its Techno warehouse and facility, both spanning a 10,000 sqm surface.

EEE will be responsible of the initial on-site inspection to determine, assess, and account for all mechanical and electrical requirements before carrying out the installation of the photovoltaic panels in compliance with the health and safety standards of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and DRRG connection guidelines.

The agreement marks the first large-scale green project by BFL Group - which retails in fashion, homeware and toys - as part of its commitment to sustainability, community welfare, and a healthier environment.

Ayman Beydoun, COO of BFL Group said: "Through this 958KW solar project, our warehouses