SGS has successfully completed a 168.48 kilowatt peak (kWp) rooftop photovoltaic solar project, fully aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. Approved by the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), this initiative represents the first SEC-approved solar plant in Jubail Industrial City 1 and 2, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s renewable energy transition.
SGS is a fundamentally non-polluting business with very low carbon emissions. However, we have committed to go even further, significantly reducing our emissions by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Projects like this solar installation directly contribute to our roadmap by increasing the share of renewable energy used in our operations.
Through a 20-year lease agreement with Kanoo – CleanMax, SGS incurs zero upfront investment or operational and maintenance costs, while directly benefiting from clean, renewable energy.
Photovoltaics – powering change with impact
The plant is expected to generate approximately 277,899 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity in its first year of operation. This amount of electricity could correspond to an estimated reduction of 157 tons of CO₂ emissions annually.
By integrating solar power into operations, SGS demonstrates the tangible role industrial players can take in advancing the Kingdom’s energy diversification and sustainability goals.
Strong partnership, long-term value
This solar project is made possible through a strong partnership with Kanoo – CleanMax, ensuring long-term sustainability without additional financial or operational burden. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to accelerating the renewable energy agenda.
The plant has been formally commissioned and dedicated to the national renewable energy pool in September 2025 by Samih Ayadi, Managing Director, SGS Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
Figures, data, facts
- Plant power: 168.48 kilowatt peak (kWp)
- Expected annual output: 277,899 kilowatt hours (kWh)
- CO₂ savings: 157 tons per year
- Investment: zero upfront cost under 20-year lease with Kanoo – CleanMax
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We help clients across industries implement sustainable, future-ready solutions that meet regulatory standards and reduce environmental impact.
This project reflects our commitment to supporting Saudi Vision 2030 by embracing renewable energy and reducing our environmental footprint. At SGS, sustainability is a responsibility and a core driver of how we operate and grow in the Kingdom.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
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