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TheMarkerEconomy

Israel Approves Plans for Three New Natural Gas Power Plants

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Hebrew · 2 newsrooms covering

The Israeli government has approved the advancement of plans for three new natural gas power plants to be built by PowerGen, Shamir Energy, and Park Palmachim. The approval allows developers to move forward with the National Infrastructure Committee process. Additionally, agro-voltaic projects for electricity generation in frontline communities were also approved.

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  • Israel's government approved plans for three new natural gas power plants.
  • The projects will be developed by PowerGen, Shamir Energy, and Park Palmachim.
  • The approval allows developers to proceed with the National Infrastructure Committee.
  • Agro-voltaic projects for frontline communities were also approved.
  • PowerGen and Nofar Energy will develop the solar projects.

The Israeli government approved on Wednesday the advancement of plans for three new natural gas-powered electricity generation plants. This approval, termed "authorization," permits the developers to proceed with the establishment of these facilities at the National Infrastructure Committee (VATAL). This marks an initial step in a planning process that is expected to span several years.

The projects are being undertaken by the companies PowerGen, Shamir Energy, and Park Palmachim. In addition to the power plants, the government also greenlit the progression of agro-voltaic projects by PowerGen and Nofar Energy. These initiatives aim to generate electricity in communities located along the country's confrontation lines.

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