Riyadh, November 11, 2022, SPA – Chaired by Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Energy and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Water and Electricity Regulatory Authority, the Board has approved the regulatory framework for renewable energy systems for self-consumption, in reflection of the energy system’s efforts to develop regulations that contribute to achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 in the use of renewable energy. This step comes after the completion of organizational and technical arrangements with various relevant authorities, aimed at contributing to the diversification of electrical energy sources and supporting the strategic plans of the energy system in the Kingdom, including reducing emissions and reaching the optimal energy mix. It also aims to enable consumers to install renewable energy systems for self-consumption, which enhances the expansion of the beneficiaries of renewable energy technologies and contributes to diversifying energy sources and achieving the optimal mix of electrical energy production. Those wishing to build and operate renewable energy generation systems for self-consumption can contact the electric service provider. Details of these regulations can also be found by visiting the authority's website (www.wera.gov.sa). --SPA 16:05 LOCAL TIME 13:05 GMT 0012 www.spa.gov.sa/w1812039