In February 2026, Abu Dhabi introduced a landmark policy enabling solar PV and battery storage for self-supply, fundamentally reshaping how distributed solar projects will be developed, financed, and operated in the UAE.
This is not a traditional net-metering framework. It is a structured, system-driven approach that prioritizes grid reliability, controlled deployment of distributed generation, and self-consumption-led project economics.
Join MESIA and leading industry experts as we break down what the new framework means in practice.
What You Will Learn
Policy & Regulatory Insights
- What the new self-supply regulation actually allows—and restricts
- How export rules and netting limitations impact project viability
- What to expect from forthcoming implementing guidelines
Technical & Design Considerations
- Why zero-export system design is becoming critical
- How to apply load-based sizing methodologies
- The growing role of battery storage (BESS) in compliance and optimization
Commercial & Investment Implications
- How to structure projects around self-consumption-first economics
- Key risks including curtailment, approval timelines, and oversizing penalties
- What makes a project bankable under the new framework
Future Governance & Market Evolution
- Potential threshold-based approvals and case-by-case reviews
- What large-scale C&I and industrial players should prepare for
- How Abu Dhabi’s model could shape regional distributed solar markets
Who Should Attend
This webinar is designed for decision-makers across the solar value chain:
- Developers & Independent Power Producers (IPPs)
- EPC Contractors & Engineering Consultants
- C&I Energy Users & Sustainability Leaders
- Investors, Banks & Financial Advisors
- Technology Providers (Solar + Storage)
- Policymakers & Regulatory Stakeholders
Why Attend
- Gain first-mover advantage in a newly structured market
- Understand how to design compliant, bankable projects
- Hear directly from experts shaping the UAE solar landscape
- Position your organization ahead of upcoming regulatory detail
Secure your spot and stay ahead of the market transformation.
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