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. Brands For Less (BFL) Group has signed a partnership agreement with Emirates Electrical Engineering (EEE) to launch a 958KW solar project in the country. 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. 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.
BFL Group says it will avoid the yearly greenhouse gas emissions of 151 passenger vehicles; 78,767 gallons of gasoline consumption; 771,304 of coil burned; 80 homes’ energy consumption; 119 homes’ electricity consumption; 1,621 barrels of oil consumption; and 89,272,555 of smartphones charged. This is also equivalent to 29,785 trash bags and 238 tonnes of waste recycled instead of landfilled. The company is also planning to apply the same model to more of its properties in the near future. Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) and its partners confirmed the financial closing of the Al Dhafra solar PV project, which will be the world’s largest single-site solar power plant when complete. It will use approximately four million solar panels to generate electricity for approximately 160,000 homes across the UAE. UAE has been at the forefront of sustainability through iconic projects and initiatives, and we are proud to belong to such an innovative nation that fosters progress in respect of the environment.