Mmadinare Solar Complex, Botswana – update
Name of the Project
Mmadinare Solar Complex.
Location
Near Mmadinare, in Botswana.
Project Owner/s
Renewable-energy provider Scatec owns 100% of the project and is aiming to reduce its long-term economic interest by inviting additional equity partners.
Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 120 MW solar PV facility.
Phase 1 of the project will comprise 60 MW of solar power capacity.
Once completed, the solar plant is expected to supply enough clean energy to power 20 000 households and offset 48 000 t/y of carbon dioxide emissions.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
$104-million.
Planned Start/End Date
The project is expected to be completed in 2026.
Latest Developments
Scatec has started commercial operation of the first 60 MW; the remaining 60 MW is under construction and is expected to be completed in the beginning of 2026.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
ACTOM High Voltage Equipment (manufacturer and supplier of electromechanical equipment).
Contact Details for Project Information
Scatec VP investor relations Andreas Austrell, tel +47 974 38 686, andreas.austrell@scatec.com.
Scatec senior VP communications and government affairs Meera Bhatia, tel +47 468 449 59 or email meera.bhatia@scatec.com.
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