L&T Secures 3.5 GW Solar Projects in Middle East

• L&T secures 3.5 GW solar projects in Middle East, expanding renewables portfolio to 22 GWp worldwide. Exciting times ahead for the engineering giant!

Indian engineering company Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) has been chosen to build two solar projects in the Middle East with a total capacity of 3.5 GW. The orders were signed with a local developer, although the names of the contractor and projects were not disclosed. L&T will also handle grid interconnections including pooling substations and overhead transmission lines.

The company is now preparing to begin detailed engineering and initial construction works for the projects. This Middle East order, along with a recent solar-plus-storage project in India, has increased L&T's renewables portfolio to nearly 22 GWp cumulative capacity, including solar and wind projects that are either operational or in progress.

What is the total capacity of the two solar projects L&T will build in the Middle East?

• The total capacity of the two solar projects that L&T will build in the Middle East is 1.5 gigawatts.
  
• These projects are part of L&T's efforts to expand its presence in the renewable energy sector in the region.
• The solar projects will help in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy sources in the Middle East.
  
• L&T's expertise in engineering and construction will ensure the successful implementation of these solar projects.
• The completion of these projects will contribute to the overall growth of the renewable energy industry in the Middle East.