US-based KBR has been awarded an advisory consulting contract by the Kuwait Oil Company to develop a comprehensive masterplan aimed at producing 17GW of renewable energy and 25GW of green hydrogen by 2050.
Under the contract, KBR will devise a phased strategy for deploying significant wind and solar power, coupled with power storage capabilities. The renewable energy produced will support the production of green hydrogen for both domestic industrial use and export.
Jay Ibrahim, President of KBR's Sustainable Technology Solutions, emphasized the importance of this project: “We are excited to be a part of this significant national level strategy in Kuwait, as we continue to grow our presence in country. This win highlights our advisory capabilities in the development of major energy transition investments at a national level, supported by decades of successful project delivery and technology deployment in the GCC region. It is indicative of KBR's strategic commitment to Kuwait, sustainability and the energy transition.”
The project is set to unfold over the next 18 months, during which KBR will conduct market analysis, techno-commercial feasibility studies, and training for Kuwaiti nationals. This initiative aligns with Kuwait's broader goals of enhancing sustainability and transitioning to a green economy.
