Sobha in renewable energy systems initiative

DUBAI, UAE, 5 February 2026: Sobha Realty said it has deployed clean energy systems from Positive Zero at its Sobha Elwood development. Positive Zero is a UAE-based energy transition company offering clean energy and on-site power solutions, including distributed solar, energy-efficiency measures and battery storage, to help clients cut energy use and emissions. Making the announcement through a Press Release, Sobha Realty said the project used Positive Zero’s HYPR systems, including what it described as the region’s first mobile battery energy storage system, to power the project office and store.

Sobha Realty said the fume-free and noise-free mobile battery units delivered electricity where needed on the construction site and replaced traditional diesel generators and fossil fuel dependency.

The company said that, over the duration of the two-year agreement, Positive Zero’s HYPR system replaced the equivalent of more than 30,000 gallons of diesel, which it said was enough to power more than 25 million smartphones.

Ravi Menon, Chairman, Sobha Group, said: “At Sobha Realty, sustainability is a fundamental pillar of how we build and how we envision the future of our communities. Our partnership with Positive Zero for Sobha Elwood marks another decisive step in integrating clean, renewable energy solutions across our developments. In alignment with the UAE Green Agenda 2030 and the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, this initiative reinforces our commitment to shaping communities that are world-class, future-ready, and environmentally resilient.”

Sobha Realty said each mobile battery system was charged using clean and renewable solar power and was more efficient compared to diesel-powered equivalents.

Sobha Realty added that Positive Zero swapped batteries in and out as required to ensure a constant supply of on-site electricity and estimated that 219 MWh of electricity was delivered through the systems per year.

David Auriau, CEO, Positive Zero, said: “We are delighted to support Sobha Realty in its pioneering new approach to real estate development, powering more sustainable construction and lowering carbon emissions. Sobha Realty is setting a clear benchmark for developers and demonstrating that clean energy can make a transformative difference to the sustainable development of cities.”

Sobha Realty said Sobha Elwood is the second project it has signed with Positive Zero, following the implementation of Positive Zero’s HYPR clean energy systems at Sobha One.

Sobha Realty said the adoption of these renewable energy solutions forms part of its support for Dubai’s strategic initiative to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.