Doral Energy Invests Up to NIS 1 Billion to Expand Hadari Shan Solar Project

Doral Energy is launching the expansion of its Hadari Shan solar project in the Emek HaMaayanot region with an estimated investment of NIS 800 million to NIS 1 billion. The project is already considered the largest commercial solar venture in Israel.

Agro-Voltaic Technology and Expansion

The second phase of the project will rely on agro-voltaic technology, which involves dual-use land application by placing solar panels above agricultural crops. This method allows for electricity generation without significantly harming the agricultural activity underneath. Regulatory conditions have matured recently to support large-scale projects of this type, although discussions continue regarding the Ministry of Agriculture's authority to halt economic incentives if crop damage occurs.

The new expansion will span approximately 1,700 dunams of agricultural fields belonging to 11 kibbutzim in Emek HaMaayanot. This section of the station is expected to generate 150 megawatts of electricity, alongside a substantial storage capacity of 800 megawatt-hours.

Combined Generation Capacity

Combined with the first phase—a conventional ground-mounted solar facility—the entire complex will produce 325 megawatts and include 1,500 megawatt-hours of storage. This production volume equals roughly half the capacity of a conventional natural gas-powered power plant providing cheap, low-emission electricity. Doral estimates that the agro-voltaic segment alone will yield annual revenues of about NIS 150 million.

"Advancing phase B of the Hadari Shan project is another milestone in expanding our activity in Emek HaMaayanot and realizing Doral's strategy to develop mega-projects in renewable energy," said Yoni Hantzis, CEO of Doral. "The complex demonstrates our ability to develop large-scale projects combining solar production, storage, and agriculture, creating long-term value."