TotalEnergies is anticipated to commission its 500 MW Sadada project in 2025, a monumental solar project in Libya. The project is being built in partnership with the General Electricity Company of Libya. The Renewable Energy Authority of Libya also has a role to play in its delivery. The announcement was made during the Libya Energy and Economic Summit 2025, sponsored by BankABC.

The Sadada project is part of the company’s strategy to expand its regional renewables portfolio. Pedro Ribeiro, County Chair and Managing Director of TotalEnergies in Libya, highlighted the company’s aspirations.

He noted that they aim to exceed the amount of renewables the company produced at the end of 2024. In 2024, TotalEnergies was generating 28GW globally. “By 2030, we aim to produce 30GW. This year, we expect to commission our Sadada 500MW solar project, which is now in its final stages,” Riberio noted.

The same remarks were seconded by Jose Partida Solano, Head of Development of Renewables at Repsol. His remarks highlighted the company’s ambitious growth target, aiming for a 9-10 GW renewable energy target in 2025. Moreover, Repsol seeks to invest four billion euros to ensure the project’s viability.

The Significance of Libya’s Sadada Project

Once fully commissioned, the Sadada project is expected to play a key role in Libya’s transition to renewables. With energy demand in Libya soaring, various stakeholders have acknowledged the need for better options. Moreover, Libya’s energy demand is expected to reach 20GW by 2025. This necessitates Libya to seek other viable options to meet the demand than what is currently present. “This demand should be met with renewable energy,” noted Dr. Elansari, Chairman of the Renewable Energy Association of Libya. “Rising electricity costs should also push for greater adoption, as renewables are more affordable,” he added.

Currently, 25% of Libya’s electricity production depends on oil and gas. However, the country has immense solar potential that Dr. Elansari notes must be utilized. The nation has noted some of its other plans, with several memoranda of understanding already underway.

Libya seeks to execute underwater cable projects and export renewable energy from Europe and Malta. Moreover, they are in discussion with Greece, with meetings scheduled to advance these initiatives. The Sadada project is expected to chart a definitive course of action to ensure these demands are met.